The race to create AI-first hardware is gaining momentum, with companies experimenting with different types of wearables. Humane has introduced a pin, Rewind AI has created a pendant that records conversations, and Meta is developing Ray-Ban smart glasses. However, not everyone is excited about or understands the point of Ai Pin, with some critics describing it as unclear in its purpose.
Key takeaways:
- Startup Humane has released Ai Pin, a device that aims to replace smartphones by providing voice prompts to ultra-intelligent chatbots, retailing at $699 with a $24 monthly subscription.
- Ai Pin lacks a traditional screen and keypad, instead using a built-in camera and microphone to ingest information and lasers to project information onto the user's hand.
- The device is run by the AI-powered operating system Cosmos, which is reportedly powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4 and works by connecting various AIs and other tools as needed.
- Other companies are also experimenting with AI-first hardware, such as Rewind AI's pendant that records conversations and Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses.