Omi is a wearable artificial intelligence device developed by Based Hardware, designed to enhance productivity through continuous listening and conversation transcription.
It can be worn as a necklace or attached to the temple, offering initial brain-interface functions that detect when someone is speaking to it without the need for a wake word.
Key features of Omi:
Real-time transcription and summarization
Omi continuously listens and provides high-quality automatic transcriptions of meetings, conversations, and voice notes. It also delivers instant summaries powered by ChatGPT in just 5 seconds.Intention detection without wake words
When attached to the temple, Omi uses initial brain-interface features to detect when someone is addressing it, eliminating the need for a wake word.Battery life
The device has a battery life of approximately 3 days.
Open source
Omi is entirely open source, allowing users to customize and improve their experience. It already features over 250 apps in its store, integrating AI models from OpenAI and Meta.Developing brain interface
While current brain-interface functions are limited to intention detection, the founder, Nik Shevchenko, envisions more advanced thought-reading capabilities within the next two years.
Despite significant advancements in integrating AI into daily life, devices like Omi face challenges in consumer adoption. Changing established habits is difficult, particularly when it involves wearing a device on one’s head. Moreover, concerns about privacy arise with “always-on” technology.
