A number of AI-powered gadgets on the market aim to integrate artificial intelligence into our daily lives like never before.
Some of these AI wearables (necklaces, rings, wristbands, portable devices, etc.) claim to act as productivity tools, while others claim to act as friendly companions that listen to users’ daily thoughts. At OpenAI, we are also working on developing a compact AI companion device.
We’ve compiled some of the most notable devices below.
bee
Bee is an affordable $49.99 pendant that can be clipped to clothing or worn like a fitness band. The device records everything it hears, learns your routines and preferences, and creates reminders and notes. It also has a mute button in case you need some privacy.
A companion app (currently available only on iOS) is included in the $19/month subscription. This app allows you to interact directly with Bee and ask questions. You can also get a chronological transcript of the day’s key points and conversations.
Amazon acquired the wearable startup in July 2025 and launched its first new product earlier this month.
Amazon announced two new devices. The $74.99 Bee Frontier, which can be worn on the wrist or clipped to clothing, and the $99.99 Bee Eclipse, a credit card-sized device that attaches magnetically to the back of a smartphone.
Both offer the same core functionality as their predecessors, with Bee positioned as a more affordable alternative to AI devices like Plaud Note and Plaud NotePin. Users can also choose to connect the Bee to Alexa.
friend
Friend is one of the most hyped entrants in the “personal AI” device market.
This $129 white pendant acts as emotional support when worn around your neck. It can recognize your tone and mood and chat with you as if you were a friend. It connects to your phone via Bluetooth and is always listening and ready to respond or send you a proactive message like wishing you luck before your interview.
But it has also faced criticism, including backlash over a New York City subway ad campaign. People destroyed advertisements and wrote messages such as “surveillance capitalism”.
Perhaps in an attempt to stay relevant, the company recently announced a major product update introducing new voice features. Under the name ‘Friend 2.0’, this updated device has a built-in speaker that allows it to communicate with users and express a more unique personality.
infinite
Limitless, formerly known as Rewind, is also a conversation recording pendant that sells for $99.
The device continuously listens and transcribes meetings, calls, and conversations (with consent) into searchable, summarized knowledge. Ideal for professionals, especially journalists, who want to recall important discussions.
This companion app comes with 10 hours of AI features per month, including transcription and summarization, with an option for unlimited features for $29 per month.
muse charm
Meta announced its first AI wearable in September, giving users a new way to access Muse, the company’s personal AI assistant.
The device isn’t shipping yet, but it will feature Jolly, a playful digital avatar representing the AI assistant. The wearable product is housed in a pocket-sized device that can be carried around or attached to a keychain, and includes a small display that displays your avatar. Users can interact with Muse through voice commands and have it complete tasks.
Nirva
Nirva is a startup founded by former Meta Reality Labs employees that builds AI wearables focused on personal growth rather than productivity and meeting notes.
The device, which can be worn as a pendant or bracelet, listens to the wearer’s voice and uses AI to transform everyday experiences into a personal diary, helping users better understand their emotions, communication style, and habits. Through a companion app, users can explore patterns in their behavior, gain insight into how they communicate, and find ways to improve.
Nirva will start taking orders in November, and plans to ship to early users by the end of the year. This device costs $249.
Omi
Priced at $89, the device helps you answer questions, summarize conversations, create to-do lists, and schedule meetings. What’s more, Omi constantly listens to and follows your conversations through ChatGPT, remembering context about you and allowing it to provide personalized advice.
Omi can be worn as a necklace, but another notable feature is that it is attached to the side of your head with medical tape and can detect when you are spoken to.
Proud memo pin
At $159, Plaud’s NotePin is one of the most expensive options on this list. However, the built-in AI transcription and summarization features make it a valuable tool for lawyers, journalists, and students attending conferences and lectures.
This small wearable voice recorder can be worn on your wrist or attached to your clothing using magnets. Recordings are saved to your phone in real-time, saving you the hassle of taking manual notes. The device includes 300 minutes of free transcription time each month, but you can upgrade to 1,200 minutes of transcription time with the Pro plan for $8.33 per month.
The company is gearing up to launch a $179 ultra-thin note-taking device called Plaud Note Pro this year, and it’s available for pre-order now.
Rabbit R1
Rabbit R1 is another AI gadget that is quickly gaining traction in the tech world, despite facing some challenges during its initial launch. This small, retro-style handheld device has a touchscreen and rotating camera and costs $199.
The device is designed to sit next to your smartphone, so you can perform tasks like booking flights, ordering food, and controlling apps without having to pull out your phone every time. Following a significant software update that fixed previous performance issues, Rabbit R1 now boasts enhanced AI capabilities. For example, it introduces a “Creations” feature that lets you build your own tools and even games.
sandbar
Sandbar emerged from stealth last year to introduce the Stream ring, an AI wearable designed for note-taking.
It features a built-in microphone that is turned off by default and can be activated through the flat touch-sensitive surface on the top of the ring. By long-pressing the panel, users can record notes, interact with the AI assistant through the included smartphone app, and manage media playback such as play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume.
It includes a built-in microphone that is disabled by default and can be turned on via the touch-sensitive panel on the top of the ring. Users can press and hold to take notes, communicate with the AI assistant through a companion mobile app, control music, and more.
The Stream Ring will be available this summer for $299 and will be available in silver and gold finishes.
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