Samsung shelves Ballie household robot, leaving consumers without the anticipated companion

Samsung has decided to indefinitely shelve its Ballie household companion robot, disappointing consumers who were eagerly awaiting its release. The company will keep Ballie as an internal innovation platform, focusing on smart home intelligence and ambient AI. This move reflects the challenges companies face in bringing experimental products to market amid rising costs, leaving the fate of Ballie as a consumer device uncertain.

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Disney+ to Launch Vertical Videos, Making Daily Engagement Easier for Users

Disney+ will be introducing vertical videos to its service in the US this year, aiming to attract viewers to engage with the app on a daily basis. By integrating this format into various types of content, including original short-form programming, the platform hopes to cater to Gen Z and Gen Alpha users who prefer shorter, more digestible content on their mobile devices. This move is part of Disney’s strategy to create a more personalized and engaging experience for users, encouraging them to explore and watch more of the service’s programming.

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