Devices · 1h ago
Friend AI Pendant Adds Speaker, Still Creeps Users Out
Friend's AI wearable now includes a speaker and updated models, but retains its controversial design philosophy. The pendant aims to be a constant companion, yet many find its approach to human-AI interaction off-putting. The update fails to address core usability and privacy concerns.
Meridian48 take
Adding a speaker doesn't fix the fundamental problem: people don't want an AI that's always listening and talking back.
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