Humane, a wearable tech startup, has officially introduced its first device, the Ai Pin. This pocket-worn wearable AI assistant has been teased for months and was debuted at Paris Fashion Week by none other than Naomi Campbell. The Ai Pin aims to perform smartphone and voice assistant tasks without a screen, operating through voice commands and occasionally via a virtual screen projected onto the user’s hand. The device is priced at $700, with an additional $24 per month for unlimited talk, text, and data, and is set to ship in early 2024. This new wearable has piqued interest in the tech world, with many awaiting deeper hands-on impressions and demonstrations of its capabilities.
The wearable Ai Pin from Humane operates independently of other devices and maintains its own phone network through T-Mobile. The striking feature of this device is its ability to function without a screen and instead utilizes voice commands. The reactions to this device are mixed, with some expressing skepticism especially due to the not-so-successful history of devices such as Google Glass. The official release date is expected to be early 2024, allowing time for potential buyers to understand the extent of this device’s capabilities.
Critics have raised concerns about the safety and usage of new tech devices, with particular references to previous platforms such as Omegle, and how they can be misused by some for committing serious crimes. While Humane’s Ai Pin aims to offer convenience in daily tasks, the continuous evolution of tech gadgets also raises concerns about privacy and ethical usage. This new wearable device is undoubtedly innovative and futuristic, but without a strong emphasis on ethical usage and effective safety measures, there are valid reasons for skepticism.
