Miko has unveiled its 2026 release roadmap for its line of educational and interactive robots. As part of its 2026 plans, Miko is implementing an ON/OFF toggle option to enable or disable the conversational AI features of Miko 3 and Miko Mini. Current Miko robot owners can disable conversational AI in the Miko Parents App. The company says that future Miko robot owners will experience a default OFF setting with the ability to toggle AI Conversation ON in the Miko Parents App.
Accessible directly through the Miko Parents App, this feature allows parents and caregivers to enable or disable open-ended AI conversation with a single tap.
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When ON: Children can engage in AI-powered dialogue designed for curiosity and learning.
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When OFF: The robot transitions into a structured play and learning mode, with no open-ended play.
When AI is toggled OFF, the following features are still available on any Miko:
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Narrative Experiences: Story read-alouds and interactive tales.
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Physical Play: Dance routines and movement-based games.
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Structured Learning: Math practice, quizzes, and educational modules.
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Creative Content: Music and pre-built skill sets that don’t require open-ended chat.
According to Miko, the Miko 3 and Miko Mini are kidSAFE certified and COPPA compliant. Miko developed its KidSafe AI in concert with a team of child development experts, pediatricians, pedagogists and educators to ensure the highest level of safety for children.
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