In 2024, new devices will revolutionize our reliance on smartphones with voice commands, eye movements, and hand gestures. Futurists predict a shift towards ‘ambient computing’, where wearable devices process real-time audio and visual data, supported by multilingual virtual assistants.

For the last few decades computers or smartphones have been most people’s gateways to the internet, drawing us down rabbit holes and sucking up more and more of our time according to the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism. But designers think that, in the era of AI, there could be better ways of accessing information and experiences.

One such device, Ai Pin by Humane captures images, sends messages, projects a visual interface onto the user’s palm, and includes a powerful virtual assistant, aiming to reduce smartphone dependency.

The AI Pin represents the ultimate blend of innovation and convenience. Picture this: a tiny yet mighty device that effortlessly clips onto your attire or accessories. It empowers you to interact with a multitude of AI services using voice commands, gestures, and touch inputs. But wait, there’s more! This little wonder also boasts a cutting-edge projection system that brings information and interfaces right to your fingertips. No need to divert your gaze to a screen when you’ve got this futuristic marvel by your side!

If you’ve been eagerly anticipating the release of Humane’s AI Pin, the wearable computer that enables interaction with AI services sans a screen, you’ll be pleased to learn that the device is set to commence shipping in March 2024.

Considering the fast progress in technology, the future of personal computing is about to change a lot. With devices like the Ai Pin by Humane on the way, we are entering a new era where interacting with AI services is not limited to regular screens. Looking forward to 2024, ‘ambient computing’ and wearable devices will redefine our digital experiences, offering a new level of convenience. Features like real-time audio and visual data processing, multilingual virtual assistants, and intuitive gesture-based controls will change how we use technology. Embracing these changes, we are close to a future where we might rely less on smartphones, creating new possibilities for efficient interactions with the digital world.