After OpenAI, Apple is working on an AirTag-sized AI wearable device: Here’s what it is and when it may launch

After the major delay, Apple finally seems to be stepping up in the AI race. Not only Siri, the leaks suggest that the iPhone maker is also preparing to step into the AI-powered wearable market. The new leaks suggest that the company is making an AI-powered wearable pin, a category that briefly grabbed attention with devices like the now-defunct Humane Pin.

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As per The Information, Apple is already working on the compact AI wearable roughly the size of an AirTag, hinting that it could be a lightweight, screen-free AI device. The report citing sources stated that the device is still in the development stage and may make its debut next year. However, there is no guarantee that it will be available commercially.

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The wearable is said to pack a microphone, speaker and multiple cameras, allowing it to understand and respond to its surroundings, much like other AI pin concepts currently being explored across the tech industry.

Apple AI Pin design

Speaking of the design, the Apple smart pin is said to resemble a small disc that is made from aluminum and glass, similar to AirTag but a little thicker. Internally, it could include two cameras- one standard and one wide-angle, along with three microphones and a small speaker placed near the edge. A physical button is also expected, while interaction may rely heavily on voice commands and gestures rather than a traditional display.

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The report further suggests that the device could support wireless charging through a magnetic inductive system, similar to Apple Watch charging, though details around battery life remain unclear. Like other ambient AI devices, the pin would likely process audio and visual data from the user’s environment to deliver contextual responses or insights.

Apple AI Pin price

There is no official word about the pricing estimates. However, the report suggests Apple may position it below the cost of an Apple Watch, especially after the failure of the Human Pin, which was introduced at a high price. The speculation also states that the company can bundle it with iPhones or Apple Watch to drive sales and adoption.

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