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technology1 year ago

The Controversy Surrounding Humane AI Pin: A YouTuber's Impact

Tech reviewers, including popular YouTuber MKBHD, have criticized Humane AI's Ai Pin for its subpar performance, sparking a debate about the influence of tech influencers on company success. While some argue that MKBHD's critique could harm nascent projects, others point out that Humane AI had significant funding and should be held to a higher standard. Similar controversy arose when MKBHD negatively reviewed the Fisker Ocean car, leading to layoffs and production halts, though the company was already facing financial and safety issues. Some Black techies see the critique of MKBHD as a form of tone policing and bias against Black voices in tech criticism.

technology1 year ago

"Unpacking the Humane AI Pin: A Critical Examination of Innovation and Hype"

YouTuber MKBHD's scathing review of Humane's AI Pin highlights the power of influential tech reviewers in critiquing innovation, sparking debate about the responsibility of companies to release polished products. In other tech news, leaked documents reveal Prime Video's catalog issues, while Goldman Sachs reports strong earnings driven by AI opportunities. Additionally, young men's spending habits, investors' interest in women's sports, and potential antitrust action against Live Nation are making waves in the business world.

technology2 years ago

"Former Apple designers unveil $700 Humane AI Pin as futuristic smartphone alternative"

Former Apple designers Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno have launched the Humane AI Pin, a $699 wearable device designed to replace smartphones. The pin allows users to make calls, send texts, and access information through voice controls. It features a laser display that turns the palm into a mini screen, showing the time, date, or nearby information. The device does not constantly listen or record, only engaging when the user interacts with it through voice, touch, gesture, or the laser ink display. The AI Pin has a built-in speaker and camera, and users can take photos or videos by double-tapping the pin. It also offers real-time translation and access to AI services from companies like Microsoft and Google.

technology2 years ago

"Introducing Humane's AI Pin: GPT-4 Powered with a Trust Ring"

Humane's upcoming AI Pin, set to launch on November 9th, has been named one of Time Magazine's "Best Inventions of 2023." The AI Pin attaches magnetically to clothing and utilizes a combination of proprietary software and OpenAI's GPT-4 to power its features, including making calls and translating speech. Notably, the device features a "Trust Light" that illuminates when the camera, microphone, or other sensors are recording data. While details about the AI Pin's functionality and integration into daily life remain scarce, Humane's hype around the product faces competition from other AI-centric gadgets in the market.