– Humane announced the availability of its first product, the AI Pin, aimed at harnessing the power of generative AI platforms.
– The AI Pin is a voice-based, always-connected device designed to help users reduce screen time and focus on real-life interactions.
– The $699 AI Pin comes with an extra battery and charging case, with various accessories available and a subscription service for $24 per month.
Humane, a Bay Area-based hardware startup founded by former Apple employees Bethany Bongiorno and Imran Chaudhri in 2017, has launched its first product, the AI Pin. The company has received $230 million in funding and is focused on creating standalone AI devices. The AI Pin utilizes various LLM-based systems to harness the power of generative AI platforms like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini.
The AI Pin is a voice-based, always-connected device that aims to help users reduce their reliance on phone screens. The founders of Humane were inspired to create the device after observing a family at a dinner, all engrossed in their phones. The company envisions a range of products to follow the AI Pin, all leveraging generative AI technology.
The AI Pin is priced at $699 and comes with an extra battery and AI charging case. Color options start at $799, and various accessories are available for purchase. Additionally, there is a subscription service priced at $24, which includes three free months with the purchase of a pin. Humane’s product represents a new approach to AI devices, with a focus on attention to detail and functionality. The company is aiming to revolutionize the way users interact with technology and reduce the negative side effects of constant digital engagement.