Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
Artificial intelligence is spurring the release of a growing array of consumer gadgets, despite concerns over potential dangers. The generative AI boom, launched by ChatGPT in 2022, is inspiring a diverse lineup of intelligent products, from smart speakers to wearable devices. Analyst Dan Ives predicts that the AI revolution is only just beginning, with trillions of dollars in spending fueling the expansion of AI gadgets.IBM has introduced an access badge featuring a touchscreen, camera, and audio recorder that uses AI to assist with various workplace tasks.
Meta has also entered the market with its Muse Charm, a small keychain equipped with a 2-inch display and two cameras, powered by Meta's popular AI personal assistant, Muse. The device can handle tasks such as managing emails and making dinner reservations.Always at the ready, Muse is described as a "game changer" by tech analyst Ives, citing the millions of consumers who have downloaded the AI agent.
Meta is also incorporating Muse into a new line of AI-enhanced eyewear, slated to include over 100 styles by year-end. Meta's AI glasses can identify products on shelves, respond to spoken queries about school supplies, and perform other tasks.OpenAI is reportedly preparing to launch a $300 smart speaker shaped like a doughnut, joining the ranks of Amazon's Alexa and Google Home.
Snapchat, meanwhile, has joined the AI wearables trend with its SPECS augmented-reality glasses, which can display city maps, restaurant recommendations, and other information directly in the lenses.
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