During a presentation, Humane’s AI button displays data on the palm of co-founder Imran Chaudhri. The introduction of the AI Pin by Humane may have caused a stir in the industry, but its impact on the technology sector is likely minimal.
A video shared on X platform illustrates the process of communication, requiring “6 pinches and 15 side wiggles.” Meanwhile, there are 21 hours remaining before the message needs to be sent. In contrast, I was able to type the same message in a mere six seconds.
This month, the company unveiled its cutting-edge smart technology in a special feature that captured the attention of the technology community.
The AI Pin raised eyebrows when its creators, a married couple, showcased its functionality in the feature. Sam Sheffer, Humane’s head of new media, addressed the glitches on the Discord platform attributing them to a spider, assuring that the issues have been resolved.
In early 2024, the gadget will hit the market with a price tag of $699. The interface projects onto your side, effectively transforming it into a virtual screen.
While it can be connected to Bluetooth headsets and clipped onto clothing independently of other devices like smartphones, the AI Pin boasts features such as object recognition through its built-in camera, audio capabilities, and microphone, albeit lacking hardware displays or dedicated apps.
Despite its sleek design and potential time-saving benefits in communication, the AI Pin may introduce unforeseen challenges. It resembles the scenario where composing a quick email on a phone turns out to be more time-consuming than anticipated, prompting a switch to a laptop.
Moreover, the suggested message templates like “on my way!” could lead to misunderstandings and suspicions of hacking among recipients due to their generic nature. This echoes the familiar frustration of auto-correct on iPhones altering messages to convey unintended enthusiasm about imminent arrivals.
While there are undoubtedly practical applications such as voice-command translation or language interpretation, the AI Pin’s impact on personal routines may be limited.
