Humane, founded by Apple veterans Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, recently made headlines with a video showcasing their AI-powered wearable projector.
This revolutionary device promises to replace smartphones with a voice-activated assistant that projects everything from calls to messages on the user’s hand.
What is Humane AI, and why should I care?
Humane’s wearable AI projector aims to address several problems with current technology, such as the constant need to check smartphones, the physical barriers of touchscreens, and limited accessibility.
It’s a strange concept, straight from a futuristic sci-fi movie. Take a look for yourself:
First demo of the @Humane upcoming AI-powered wearable device. A phone call.
— Ben Geskin (@BenGeskin) April 21, 2023
Thanks @ZarifAli9 for sharing! pic.twitter.com/7qyDScPkOh
By replacing smartphones with a wearable device, users can experience a more seamless integration of technology into their lives. As well as making communication effortless, this groundbreaking tool could unlock completely new opportunities for language translation and personalized assistance.
Impressively, it is a standalone device. You don’t need a smartphone or other service to pair with it. You can say goodbye to your iPhone forever.
How can you use this technology?
It’s not difficult to imagine some of the interesting use cases that Humane’s wearable AI projector could unlock:
- Frequent travelers: The device’s instant translation capabilities can help travelers navigate foreign countries, communicate with locals, and understand cultural nuances.
- Busy professionals: With quick access to emails, messages, and calendar events, professionals can stay organized and up-to-date without constantly checking their phones.
- Health-conscious individuals: The device can provide personalized dietary recommendations based on individual restrictions, making it easier for users to make healthy choices.
Closing thoughts
I’m becoming increasingly aware of how my smartphone distracts me. One notification from Twitter or Instagram can lead to a 30-minute doom-scrolling session.
As technology plays an increasingly central role in our lives, it’s promising to know that people are working on tech that prioritizes human connection, rather than capturing my attention.
If this tech works, then it has the potential to completely reshape our relationship with technology. For the better.
