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Microsoft introduced a charming dog character named Rufus, who yearns to play with his dog friend from across the street while his humans are busy gaming, video conferencing and more. So while Rufus sleeps, he dreams that he’s setting out on a grand digital adventure with his friend, soaring through the skies, playing fetch in Halo, swimming in Minecraft and video conferencing with his other canine pals. The spot aims to showcase the ways Microsoft’s products keep people connected in quarantine.
Watch the ad, and revisit the company’s 2019 holiday ad in which a girl converses with reindeer.
Need more wholesome holiday goodness? This Toyota