"AI Wellness Avatars: Redefining Therapy and Loneliness Mitigation"

Replika, known for its AI companion, has launched Tomo, a wellness and meditation app with an AI-generated avatar guiding users through programs focused on personal growth, mental well-being, and fulfillment, including guided meditation, yoga, and talk therapy. The app, available on Apple iOS, offers a free trial and then a subscription model. While the AI-powered avatar aims to provide better conversations, some users find it similar to a regular chatbot and express concerns about privacy.