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BonziBUDDY vs ioBroker

A side-by-side look at BonziBUDDY and ioBroker. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

BonziBUDDY

BonziBUDDY

Ai Tools & Services

BonziBUDDY was a virtual assistant software released in 1999. It featured an animated purple gorilla that would provide help, search the internet, and interact with the user. It was controversial for being intrusive and collecting user data.

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ioBroker

ioBroker

Home & Family

ioBroker is an open-source home automation platform that allows you to integrate and control smart home devices. It works with a wide range of protocols and standards like Z-Wave, Philips Hue, MQTT, and more.

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