Colin Angle's new startup, based in Woburn, has created a small, bear-like robot that can interact with people.

Robotics entrepreneur Colin Angle is taking on one of the biggest challenges in the robotics market: creating a robot that millions of people will want to have as a companion.

The robotics pioneer who helped unleash the Roomba vacuum is now betting that you might one day replace your beloved dog or cat with a plush robot that follows you around your home and adapts to your daily habits.

Colin Angle’s new startup, Familiar Machines & Magic, is building a companion robot that focuses on emotional intelligence and daily interaction.

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