Pebble has announced the launch of a new smart ring called Index 01, specifically designed to record thoughts and voice notes. The ring features extreme simplicity with a built-in microphone and a record button, promising years of use without needing a charge. It serves as a practical solution for documenting fleeting ideas without having to pull out your phone.
In a move aimed at simplifying technology and making it more harmonious with daily life, startup Pebble has announced its new product "Index 01," a smart ring designed for a single, specific purpose: recording thoughts and voice notes at any moment. The ring introduces a new concept that its founder, Eric Migicovsky, calls an "external memory" for the human mind, allowing users to document their fleeting thoughts with the press of a single button.
The Index 01 ring features a simple, anti-technical-complexity design, similar in size to a traditional wedding ring and water-resistant. It contains a built-in microphone and a small button, and it only records audio when this button is pressed, ensuring conversation privacy. The highlight is that its battery lasts for years without needing a charge, and it is designed to be worn by the user all the time to develop muscle memory for its use. After recording, the ring sends the idea to a notes app or saves it for later review, with support for speech-to-text conversion.
Migicovsky confirmed that the product is open-source, which "leaves the door open" for developers and users to customize and develop it. He also expects that voice AI agents will be integrated with the ring in the future, allowing it to work with services like ChatGPT, Beeper, and Google. The ring is compatible with iPhone and Android devices and is currently available for pre-order at a price of $75, which will rise to $99 when shipping begins next March.
The launch of Index 01 follows Pebble's announcement of its two smartwatches, Core 2 Duo and Core Time 2, earlier this year, reflecting the company's strategy towards innovating technological tools focused on specific and simple functions. This ring does not offer complex technology, but a practical solution to an everyday problem: how do we save the idea that flashes in our minds before it's lost?
Source: Engadget | Exclusive coverage from AI Tools Oasis
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