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technology1 year ago

"Introducing Rabbit R1: The Ultimate AI Companion for Your Pocket"

The Rabbit R1, a new handheld 'AI' gadget, has garnered excitement and confusion since its announcement, with some touting it as a potential iPhone killer. Trevor, a veteran in the software industry, has preordered the device and sees potential in its ability to simplify complex tasks through voice commands. He has also praised the accompanying Perplexity Pro service, which provides fast and precise answers using a Large Language Model. Trevor looks forward to testing the Rabbit R1 and determining whether it lives up to its potential as a game-changing device or is merely a gimmick.

technology2 years ago

Unveiling the Rabbit R1: A Breakthrough in AI Gadgets

The Rabbit R1, a pocket-sized AI device, has sold out multiple batches since its January 2024 launch, prompting questions about why it isn't just a smartphone app. Rabbit CEO Jesse Lyu explained that creating a separate device was partly due to concerns about working with Apple and competition within the AI software market. He emphasized the need to protect the company's unique AI model from being copied and to distinguish itself in a crowded consumer market, despite acknowledging the inconvenience of carrying an additional device.

technology2 years ago

"Rabbit R1: A Stylish Departure in Audio and AI Technology"

The Rabbit R1's built-in audio is not ideal for listening to The Gorillaz, as demonstrated by founder Jesse Lyu in a video showcasing the gadget's vision capability, although it's not particularly effective for keeping up with friends on Discord. The video serves as a demo of the R1's real-time interpretation of what it sees, with promises of improved speed in the future.

technology2 years ago

"Rabbit R1: Harnessing Perplexity AI for Instant Answers"

The rabbit r1, a standout gadget at CES, will use Perplexity AI’s tech to answer user queries, with the first 100,000 buyers receiving one year of Perplexity Pro for free. Priced at $200 and designed by Teenage Engineering, the device features a touchscreen, push-to-talk button, camera, speaker, and two mics, with 50,000 devices already sold in pre-orders. Perplexity AI, which recently raised $73.6 million in investment, utilizes a mix of its own AI model and third-party models to provide accurate information and competes with Google’s Bard and Microsoft’s Copilot in the GenAI search space.

technology2 years ago

"Rabbit R1: The AI Pocket Companion Taking CES 2024 by Storm"

The Rabbit R1, an AI-powered smart assistant, was a hit at CES 2024 and has already sold out in pre-orders, leading to scalpers listing it on eBay at higher prices before its release. Priced at $199, the gadget offers features similar to pricier alternatives and has attracted massive interest, with the first two batches of 10,000 devices each selling out within 48 hours. Despite its potential learning curve and AI-dependency, the low price and hype surrounding the device have prompted some to resell it for quick profits.

technology2 years ago

Jony Ive and OpenAI's Sam Altman Collaborate on Revolutionary AI Gadget

Jony Ive, former chief design officer of Apple, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are reportedly in discussions to collaborate on developing an artificial intelligence "hardware device." The specific details and purpose of the device are currently unknown. Altman has previously partnered with former Apple designers on hardware projects, and he is also involved with Humane, a startup developing a wearable AI device. SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son is said to be involved in the discussions as well.