A ‘NOVA’ special examines the question of canine communication—and whether the internet’s viral ‘button dogs’ have any actual grasp of language.

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OLLOBOT reports on the rise of cyber-pets, AI-driven companions reshaping relationships in a digital age, signaling evolving ...

AI-powered pet companion toys are all the rage in Chinese markets, blending emerging tech with emotional responses.

Premieres Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Can dogs understand what we say—and talk back?

CES 2026 just wrapped up in Las Vegas, and wow, there was a lot to see. It’s that time of year when tech companies pull out ...

We may be able to interpret what our furbabies are saying soon, thanks to AI. But we don’t really need to talk to animals in ...

Right before winter break, my best friend introduced me to Singularity Six’s “Palia”. This free MMO, still in beta, has ...

The GX-30ARC are equipped with a rather dapper pair of magnetically attachable grilles. While you will get the best sound ...

Kinship reports signs your dog may be lonely include destructive behavior, restlessness, and excessive vocalization; socialize them to help.

Today, we examine whether KFC should be worried about its market share and explain why some people are getting £3.99 messages from Instagram. Read those and keep up with the day's consumer and ...

NEW YORK -- As the new robot called Sprout walks around a Manhattan office, nodding its rectangular head, lifting its windshield wiper-like “eyebrows” and offering to shake your hand with its grippers ...