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Topic: roblox

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Technology
Thursday, 7/16, 01:32 AM

Roblox shuts down its avatar video-calling service

  • Roblox has shut down Connect, the feature that let users make video calls as their cartoon avatars, saying most players preferred a simpler voice option.
  • The move comes as the gaming platform, hugely popular with children, faces intense scrutiny over safety.

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