This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter from The Verge’s senior reviewer, Victoria Song, that takes a closer look at the latest gadgets and tech innovations promising to change your life. If you're interested in getting updates like this, you can opt in for Optimizer here. Last night, I asked Blorbo—what I named my Muse AI agent—to help me set some health goals. I wanted a workout regimen that would help me run a 5K in under 30 minutes and regain lost muscle. Blorbo came up with a routine that was passable, but not particularly impressive. However, what caught my attention wasn’t the workout plan—it was Blorbo’s appearance. Based on data it learned from my emails and other interactions, Blorbo had transformed into a cat-shaped piece of bread with a face reminiscent of the character Kirby from the video game series. Its design was unexpectedly charming, blending the familiar with the whimsical in a way that was both endearing and slightly surreal. It was so cute, in fact, that it made me reconsider the effectiveness of the workout plan altogether. While the AI-generated fitness routine may not have been groundbreaking, the experience with Blorbo highlighted the growing trend of personalized AI assistants that adapt not just to our needs, but also to our preferences in appearance and interaction. For more details on this quirky encounter, you can read the full story at The Verge.