Can a Doll Really Read and Do Math? Meet CINDY Smart

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CINDY Smart is the first doll capable of reading, telling time, and performing basic arithmetic, showcasing advanced technology in children's toys. Inventor Bob Del Principe demonstrates her abilities by showing her a flash card with the word "Vogel," highlighting her interactive features. The discussion reflects on the novelty of such technology being integrated into toys, suggesting a potential future where dolls could play a more significant role in society. The conversation also hints at the broader implications of technology in toys, questioning the impact on human interaction and dominance.
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CINDY Smart, the first doll in the world to be able to read, tell the time and do sums, doesn't flinch when her inventor, Bob Del Principe, shows her a flash card with the word Vogel written on it.

http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,7010272%255E13762,00.html
 
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And now, shudder at my mighty doll army!

Wonder how long until dolls replace humans as the dominant race... :wink:
 
Not bad.

Nothing new except never been put into a child's toy.
 
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