Meet the Humane AI Pin, a groundbreaking device designed by former Apple employees to revolutionize how we interact with technology. Unlike smartphones, this wearable gadget, priced at $699, doesn’t have a screen but relies on artificial intelligence (AI) for user commands.
The AI Pin, attached like a badge to clothing, introduces a unique interface with no touchscreen display. Instead, it projects information onto the user’s hand using a built-in projector. This screenless approach aims to blend seamlessly into the background while utilizing voice commands and touch controls on a pad covering the device.
Users can interact with the AI Pin through natural speech, gestures, or holding up objects. It promises to redefine AI interaction by avoiding the need for constant scrolling and complex user interfaces. Powered by advanced voice assistants from Microsoft and OpenAI, the AI Pin aims to engage in more intelligent conversations.
The device, which magnetically attaches to clothing, features a rotating mechanism for optimal positioning. Equipped with an unspecified Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and a dedicated AI engine, the AI Pin offers a novel form factor. Its battery, with an undisclosed lifespan, can be swapped for continuous use, aided by two included battery boosters and a charging case.
The AI Pin incorporates a new OS called Cosmos, eliminating the need for app downloads. It also features a camera for object recognition, but without a display, it relies on the user’s interaction for capturing images.
Humane plans to sell the AI Pin for $699 upfront, with a $24 monthly subscription for a data plan on the T-Mobile network in the United States, inclusive of cloud storage. Available for order from November 16, 2023, with shipping in 2024, it’s an intriguing step toward a new era of AI-powered, screenless devices.
Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, Co-Founders of Humane, express their excitement about unveiling the AI Pin, emphasizing its role in integrating AI seamlessly into daily life. They view the AI Pin as just the beginning of their vision for the future of technology.
