Humane Ai Pin

Recently, there has been a lot of buzz surrounding a startup called Humane, founded by former Apple executives. They have been working on a unique wearable device called the "Ai Pin," which combines projectors, cameras, and AI technology to create a wearable AI assistant. At Coperni's Paris fashion show, Humane unveiled the Ai Pin in its entirety, showcasing its new form factor. Supermodel Naomi Campbell had the honor of being the first person outside of the company to wear the device in public, ahead of its full unveiling on November 9.

Described as a "screenless, standalone device and software platform built from the ground up for AI," the Ai Pin is powered by an advanced Qualcomm Snapdragon platform. It features a mini-projector that replaces the need for a smartphone screen, along with a camera and speaker. The device can perform various functions using AI-powered optical recognition and claims to prioritize privacy by not having a wake word or "always on" listening feature.

Humane initially showcased the capabilities of the Ai Pin at a TED Talk in May, led by co-founder Imran Chaudhri, who had previously worked on the iPhone user interface. While the device itself was mostly hidden, Chaudhri demonstrated its futuristic features, such as taking calls while projecting details onto his hand. He also showcased its ability to translate English to French in his own voice using AI translation. Another impressive feature was "catch me up," which provided a summary of news and information users may have missed.

However, certain details about the device remain unclear, such as how it connects to the internet without pairing with a smartphone. Additionally, it is challenging to determine the benefits of the Ai Pin over a typical smartphone, besides not needing to carry one. The exact workings of its features are not explicitly stated, and skepticism about fancy tech demos is understandable.

By presenting the Ai Pin at Paris Fashion Week, Humane appears to be emphasizing its stylish nature. The device seems to be available in both black and white, although its design is subject to debate. It is difficult to compare it to other wearables, as there are few devices that attach to clothing. Humane will also need to address the potential stigma associated with wearing a camera, similar to the challenges faced by Google Glass. More information about the Ai Pin will be revealed during its full unveiling on November 9.