Toy-makers have been creating talking bears for ages. The latest addition to the arsenal is Smart-e Bear, a smooth-talking furry operator enabled with enough software to basically survive on his own. But what sets Smart-e Bear apart is his customized features. Using patented Smart-e software, your bear companion interacts in different languages and even calls your child by name. Parents simply log online and select activities based on their kid’s age, gender and interests. Best of all, Smart-e Bear can change at any time and essentially grows with your child. Companionship comes at a cost, though. Smart-e can be yours starting at $79.99, with no additional fees for online use, and is currently available online at amazon.com.