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technology2 years ago

The Rise of Wearable AI: Exploring the Humane Ai Pin and its Competition

Humane Ai, co-founded by ex-Apple design director Imran Chaudhri and ex-Apple engineering director Bethany Bongiorno, has unveiled the Humane Ai Pin, a high-tech lapel pin that functions as a screenless, standalone device and software platform. The pin features a projection display that beams user interface elements and buttons onto the user's hands. It aims to seamlessly integrate into users' day-to-day lives and prioritize privacy by not having an "always on" listening feature. The full unveiling of the wearable is scheduled for November 9.

technology2 years ago

Humane's Wearable AI Projector Available Soon.

Humane, the company behind the futuristic wearable AI projector, will begin taking orders later this year. The device, which aims to curb addiction to smartphones and allow users to be more present, was demoed by ex-Apple designer Imran Chaudhri during a TED Talk. While the company has not announced pricing, it will need to be affordable if it hopes to replace smartphones and smartwatches. The device uses AI to translate languages, read food labels, and provide summaries for emails and notifications.

wearables2 years ago

Former Apple employees create AI wearable that projects phone interface on hand.

Humane, a company founded by ex-Apple executives, has given a sneak peek of its first product, a wearable device and platform built entirely from the ground up for artificial intelligence. The device is standalone and does not require a smartphone or any other device to pair with it. It functions as a wearable Alexa or Google Assistant, providing on-the-fly translations in the user's own voice and has a built-in camera. However, there are questions about its practicality and fashion factor.

technology2 years ago

"Ex-Apple designer showcases Humane's revolutionary AI wearable projector"

Humane, an AI-oriented startup founded by former Apple designers Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, demonstrated a device at the 2023 annual TED conference that can project phone calls onto the palm of a hand. The device also has the ability to act as an assistant and translate languages. Humane raised $100 million in a series C funding round in March. The company will release further details on how the device works in the coming months.

technology2 years ago

Humane Unveils Innovative Wearable with AI and Projected Screen

Humane, a technology company founded by ex-Apple employees, has revealed a combadge-like wearable device with a laser projector that creates a virtual display on the palm of your hand or other surfaces. The device is smaller than a smartphone and runs on Android, with a Qualcomm (Snapdragon) chip. It also has a world-facing camera and voice input activated by tapping on the body of the device. The company's goal is to build "technology that feels familiar, natural, and human," and it has a waitlist for the device.