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Apple’s Next Big Wearable Could Be an AirTag-Sized AI Pin

Apple is reportedly working on a small wearable device with an embedded microphone and cameras.

Apple could be the latest company to place its bets on a wearable AI pin.

The world’s biggest tech company is at work on an AI-enabled wearable device about the size of its AirTag location tracker, but a little thicker and with a lot more packed inside, according to a report in The Information.

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The device would reportedly include two cameras, three microphones, a speaker and a physical button. Presumably, it would pair with devices like iPhones to give access to the data it’s collecting, such as photos, videos and audio. It’s easy to imagine a device that uses whatever comes out of Apple’s partnership with Google’s Gemini AI to ask questions on the go or look up information from your phone.

A representative for Apple did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

A wearable AI device is not a new concept — plenty are experimenting with the concept, including Memories.ai, note-taking experts Plaud and life-logging company Looki. But not all efforts in the space have been successful.

A company called Humane tried and failed to start a trend with its $699 AI pin, which failed to catch on and was developed by former Apple designers Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno. The technology behind Humane’s pricey pin was eventually sold to HP.

But Apple’s reputation for making wearables that are less expensive and quickly iterate new technology year after year could set it up for success in this rapidly developing space. Apple has also been rumored to be working on a ring and smart glasses.

It could also have competition. OpenAI is working on small-form AI hardware device that’s being developed by former Apple designer Jony Ive.

(Disclosure: Ziff Davis, CNET’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.)

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The Fourth Episode of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Out

Verum Messenger has released the fourth episode of its AI mini-series SHADOWS, created using Verum AI. The new episode, titled “No Borders,” continues the story of a team trying to stay out of the OMEGA corporation’s sight.

Following the events of the previous episodes, the team moves between cities and countries while OMEGA continues its search. The new episode puts particular emphasis on Verum Messenger’s capabilities that allow users to conceal their location.

“No Borders” is another chapter in a story about privacy, freedom of communication, and technologies that erase borders between people.

The VERUM AI mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 4 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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