Humane is gearing up to launch its AI Pin, a screenless wearable smartphone priced at $699. The device boasts a magnetic clip that also serves as a battery pack for convenient battery swaps.
Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, it features cameras, depth sensors, and motion sensors for environmental tracking.
Launching AI Pin
Humane, the company that has been building anticipation for its innovative AI Pin device all year, is set to launch it soon.
The Verge has obtained comprehensive documents outlining the AI Pin's details ahead of the official launch, revealing that it's essentially a screenless wearable smartphone priced at $699.
Moreover, it comes with a $24 monthly subscription fee and operates on Humane's T-Mobile network with access to AI models from Microsoft and OpenAI. The AI Pin is a square-shaped device that magnetically attaches to clothing and other surfaces.
Notably, the magnetic clip doubles as a battery pack, allowing users to swap fresh batteries to keep the device running throughout the day. The exact battery life per unit remains undisclosed, but the device has two "battery boosters."
It runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and is equipped with a camera, depth sensors, and motion sensors for environmental tracking and recording. The Pin features a built-in speaker, referred to as a "personic speaker," and can connect to Bluetooth headphones.
Humane intends for the Pin to function as a completely independent device rather than merely a smartphone accessory.
Engadget reported that the Pin's $699 price includes the device itself, a charger, and two battery boosters. However, the noteworthy aspect is the additional monthly cost of $24 for the Humane Subscription.
This subscription encompasses a dedicated phone number, cellular data access through Humane's own wireless service operating on the T-Mobile network, cloud storage for photos and videos, and unrestricted use of AI models, although the specific models remain unspecified.
Envisioning a More Seamless System
The Pin runs on an operating system named Cosmos. Instead of functioning as a collection of apps, Humane envisions a more seamless system capable of summoning various AI and tools as required.
This approach appears similar to ChatGPT's plugin system, enabling users to add new features or data to their chatbot experience. This aligns with reports that suggest the Pin's power source is GPT-4.
The documents obtained reveal that the Pin can compose messages that mimic the user's writing style. Additionally, it offers an email summarization feature and the ability to translate languages while providing nutritional information for food identification.
The Pin extends support for Tidal music streaming, featuring an "AI DJ" that curates music based on the user's current context. Furthermore, it will introduce AI-driven photography functionalities, although the specific features remain undisclosed.
Humane's objective is evidently to position the Pin as a self-contained and user-friendly wearable device. To manage the device, users can rely on a tool named Humane.center, designed for device setup and customization before wearing it.
Although it remains unclear whether this tool is a website or a mobile app, it is the gateway to access notes, videos, and photos collected while utilizing the Pin.
The device's official announcement is scheduled for tomorrow, promising potential insights into shipping details, performance, and the viability of a smartphone without a screen.
