Unveiling the Truth: The App Behind the AI Device Facade
In the world of tech gadgets and gizmos, it seems like every company is trying to outdo each other with the latest and greatest innovations. However, not all devices are created equal, as evidenced by the recent debacle surrounding a certain AI gadget that has left reviewers scratching their heads. Dubbed the “App in Rabbit’s Clothing,” this device was marketed as an AI chatbot-powered friend that could answer any question under the sun. But alas, it seems like this fancy contraption might have just been better off as a simple app after all.
TechRadar didn’t mince words when they described the device as a “Beautiful mess” that “Nobody needs.” Ouch. The bright orange gizmo failed to impress, with many questioning its purpose when smartphones already have apps for similar functions like ChatGPT and chatbots. Android Authority even went so far as to dismantle the device and discovered that its entire operating system is nothing more than a basic Android smartphone app. Talk about a letdown!
The Verge’s Allison Johnson chimed in, echoing the sentiment that perhaps this AI gadget was all sizzle and no steak. And it seems like Rabbit, the company behind the device, is feeling the heat too. After news broke that a bootlegged version of the device’s software had made its way online, Rabbit was quick to defend its proprietary software. According to Rabbit, the device’s operating system is cloud-based and utilizes “Very bespoke” Android open-source software. Fancy lingo aside, it still begs the question: why shell out $199 for a device that essentially runs on the same software as your trusty old smartphone?
But Rabbit isn’t the only player in this high-stakes game of AI gadgets. Humane’s AI Pin, another contender in the market, boasts a hefty price tag of $700 despite being little more than an open-source Android project. It seems like device makers are racing to stake their claim in the burgeoning consumer AI market, even if it means selling consumers on devices that offer little more than smoke and mirrors.
In the end, it’s clear that not every AI gadget is worth its weight in gold. As consumers, it’s important to do our due diligence and separate the hype from reality when it comes to these flashy new devices. After all, a gadget that promises the world but delivers little more than a glorified app might just be better left on the shelf.
