Amazon launches new AI devices that can listen and take notes
Summary
Amazon introduced two new AI devices, the Bee Frontier wristband and the Bee Eclipse phone attachment, which use microphones to listen to conversations and create notes, reminders, and to-do lists. These devices can connect to apps like Gmail and Google Calendar and offer a subscription service for extra features, while emphasizing strong privacy protections.Key Facts
- Amazon launched two AI devices: the Bee Frontier ($74.99) and Bee Eclipse ($99.99).
- Both devices listen to conversations, transcribe them, and summarize important details.
- The devices help users by creating notes, reminders, and suggested actions based on talks.
- They can connect to apps like Gmail, Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, Alexa+, and Amazon.com.
- A free 14-day memory feature is included, but advanced features require a $11.99/month Bee Pro subscription.
- Amazon says no one, including Amazon, can access users’ audio data after transcription, and recordings are deleted.
- These devices are part of a growing market of AI gadgets aimed at consumers, similar to products from Meta, Microsoft, and others.
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