The latest crop of AI-enabled wearables like Bee AI and Omi listen to your conversations to help organize your life. They are also normalizing embedded microphones that are always on.
The article from WIRED discusses the launch of Omi, a new AI-powered wearable device by Bee Inc., designed to enhance human-AI interaction through continuous listening and voice interaction. Omi, which resembles a small, colorful, egg-shaped device, aims to provide a more natural and seamless way for users to interact with AI, moving beyond the limitations of smartphone-based voice assistants like Siri or Alexa. The device is always listening, allowing for hands-free operation and can perform tasks like setting reminders, answering questions, or even engaging in casual conversation. Bee Inc. positions Omi as a step towards ambient computing, where technology integrates more invisibly into daily life. However, the article also raises concerns about privacy, the potential for always-on devices to be intrusive, and the implications of having a device that's constantly recording and processing audio. Despite these concerns, Bee Inc. emphasizes user control over privacy settings and the device's ability to learn and adapt to the user's voice and preferences over time.
Health & Fitness
Wed, January 8, 2025
