What might transpire post the era of smartphones is a commonly pondered question. With Apple’s longstanding commitment to innovation for over five decades, the emergence of the Apple Vision Pro as a potential successor to traditional systems and smartphones seems imminent. However, Apple is not alone in this endeavor.
Despite the inception of smartphones in the mid-2000s, many companies advocate for continuous innovation as they believe that the era of conventional smartphones is drawing to a close, emphasizing the need to adapt or face obsolescence.
The AI Pin, Humane’s pioneering creation from the UK, has been generating excitement throughout the season. Despite its scheduled launch today, Thursday, The Verge has already provided a preliminary review based on available information.
Humane’s AI Pin is a cutting-edge wearable device that can be securely attached to clothing. This futuristic gadget features a unique “Trust Light” and harnesses the power of OpenAI’s GPT technology.
A High-End AI-Powered Wearable
Humane, a company dedicated to ushering in a post-smartphone era, is poised to unveil an innovative wearable device that defies conventional categorization—a non-screen wearable priced at \(699. Subscribers will gain access to AI capabilities from Microsoft and OpenAI through a \)24 monthly subscription.
The AI Pin, a square-shaped accessory, can be easily affixed to garments or various materials. Its design allows for seamless swapping of the attached image to sustain its functionality, as it serves not only as a magnetic attachment but also as a power source.
While the device is equipped with two battery boosters, the exact battery life of the secondary unit remains undisclosed. It utilizes a combination of lenses, level sensors, and motion sensors to observe and record its environment, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset. Referred to as a personal assistant by Humane, it features an integrated speaker and Bluetooth connectivity for headset pairing.
Innovative interaction methods have been devised by Humane to compensate for the absence of a camera on the Pin. The device showcases a green light screen for projecting information onto hands, emphasizing voice commands as its primary mode of operation.
A touch screen interface is discreetly integrated into the device, enabling tactile interactions and gestures for user engagement. To prevent constant monitoring, manual activation is required, ensuring that the device is not continuously recording or listening for prompts. A flashing “Trust Light” indicates when the Pin is actively recording.
Humane’s intention is for the Pin to be perceived as a standalone entity rather than just another accessory. The purchase package includes the Pin, a charging cable, and two cell boosters priced at \(699. However, a mandatory \)24 monthly subscription to Humane is essential, providing access to T-Mobile network services in the U.S. and facilitating wireless operations.
The Pin operates on the Cosmos operating system, designed by Humane to offer a seamless experience that integrates various AI technologies and tools as needed, akin to ChatGPT’s modular system for enhancing chatbot capabilities with new functionalities and information.
