Humane AI, a startup founded by former Apple employees, has been teasing its upcoming device, the AI Pin, for months. The first glimpse of the AI Pin was during a TED Talk in May, and more recently, people got a preview of its capabilities at Paris Fashion Week. The device is set to be officially unveiled on Thursday. Despite the sneak peeks, many questions about how the wearable AI will actually work are still unanswered.
The Humane AI Pin is a pocket-worn wearable AI assistant designed to perform tasks that modern cellphones and digital assistants do, but in a radically different form. It operates primarily through voice commands and occasionally through a virtual screen projected onto the user’s hand. The device has no traditional screen, and its unique design sets it apart from other AI wearables. It is priced at $700, plus an additional $24 for the “Humane Subscription,” which includes a dedicated cell phone number for the Pin with unlimited talk, text, and data. The subscription was launched on top of T-Mobile’s network, making it an exclusive service for Humane users.
The AI Pin is available in three colors—Eclipse, Equinox, and Lunar. When orders begin shipping in early 2024, the device will come with a magnetic clip that doubles as a battery storage. It also includes a pair of backup batteries for users to keep with them. The AI Pin is equipped with an ultra-wide RGB camera, depth and motion sensors, allowing the device to perceive the world as the user sees it.
Under the hood, the AI Pin runs on a Snapdragon processor with a dedicated Qualcomm AI Engine supporting its custom Cosmos OS. The device’s “entirely new AI software framework, the Ai Bus,” is designed to eliminate the need to download content to the device. Instead, it quickly connects users to the right AI experience or service. Collaborations with Microsoft and OpenAI will provide the AI Pin with access to some of the world’s most powerful AI models and platforms.
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Despite the information released so far, there are still many unanswered questions about the AI Pin. Details such as the battery life of each module and the sensitivity of the device’s anti-tamper system have yet to be disclosed. Live demonstrations of the technology have been scarce, and hands-on opportunities have been limited. The upcoming debut event on Thursday promises to showcase functional iterations of the AI Pin, providing a closer look at its capabilities.
As the official unveiling of the AI Pin approaches, there is great anticipation surrounding its potential impact and the new direction it could take wearable technology. With its unique design and promised capabilities, the AI Pin is poised to revolutionize the way we interact with AI and wearable devices. The ability to perform tasks without the need for a traditional screen opens up new possibilities for how we integrate technology into our daily lives. As Humane AI continues to reveal more details about the AI Pin, it is clear that this innovative device has the potential to redefine the wearable technology landscape.
