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The Rabbit R1 Seems Cool, But What The Hell Is It?
Gizmodo
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1y ago
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The Rabbit R1 is a $200 AI-powered device designed to simplify smartphone usage by providing an app-free online experience. It uses an LAM (Large Action Model) to replicate app interactions and perform tasks such as booking an Uber or making restaurant reservations. Rabbit recently partnered with Perplexity AI to improve the device's knowledge pool. The R1 works alongside your phone, accessing apps like Spotify, Uber, and Amazon through a web portal called Rabbit Hole. It supports multiple languages, including English, French, Spanish, and German, and promises privacy protections for users.
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Satya Nadella compares Rabbit R1 AI assistant to original iPhone
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella praised Rabbit R1, an AI assistant unveiled at CES 2024, comparing it to Steve Jobs' launch of the iPhone. Nadella believes that Rabbit R1's demo showcased the potential of an agent-centric operating system interface. The AI assistant, developed by Rabbit, is equipped with a touchscreen display and can perform various tasks, including playing music and ordering groceries. Unlike typical AI-based offerings, Rabbit R1 relies on a "Large Action Model" to mimic user actions reliably and quickly.
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The Rabbit R1: all the latest news about this hare-raising AI gadget
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
AI startup Rabbit has created the Rabbit R1 gadget, selling 40,000 units within eight days of launching. The R1 uses Rabbit OS, an AI-powered virtual assistant that can control various apps like Spotify and Uber. The device is about half the size of an iPhone, has a touchscreen, navigation wheel, and a rotating camera. The Rabbit R1 was designed in collaboration with Teenage Engineering.
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Jony Ive says Rabbit and Humane made bad products
The Verge
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2m ago
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Jony Ive, former Apple chief designer, criticized last year's AI products—Rabbit R1 and Humane AI Pin—as "poor products" due to a lack of innovative thinking. While his startup, io, collaborates with OpenAI on future AI hardware, the Rabbit R1 persists but struggles with momentum. In contrast, Humane, led by ex-Apple employees, closed after being acquired by HP. Despite initial failures, efforts to improve AI interfaces and operating systems continue.
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What is Rabbit R1? AI-powered smart assistant launched at CES 2024
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Santa Monica-based startup Rabbit has launched the Rabbit r-1 AI assistant at CES 2024. The device features a 2.88-inch touchscreen display and is powered by a MediaTek processor. The AI assistant can perform various tasks including playing music, ordering groceries, and sending messages. Rabbit aims to provide an intuitive app-free experience with the power of AI. The Rabbit R1 is available for pre-order at $199 and is expected to start shipping in late March.
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Rabbit partners with ElevenLabs to power voice commands on its device
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
Hardware maker Rabbit has partnered with ElevenLabs to incorporate voice commands into its devices. The first set of Rabbit r1 devices, equipped with ElevenLabs' technology, will be shipped next month. The collaboration aims to enhance human-device interaction and create a dynamic co-pilot experience. Although initially available only in English with one voice option, the low latency models will make interactions more natural. Rabbit has also announced that its first batch of r1 devices will leave the factory by March 31, with users being able to access features such as chatbots, bi-directional translation, and music streaming.
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A sleek $199 AI assistant that promises to handle your digital tasks sold out in a day — but more are on the way
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
A portable AI assistant called Rabbit r1 has sold out its first batch of units within 24 hours. The pocket-sized device, designed to use your apps and complete tasks without a phone or laptop, garnered excitement on social media. Rabbit is now accepting preorders for the second batch, with expected delivery between April and May 2024. The device starts at $199 and offers voice control and the ability to teach it specific tasks. However, some skeptics express doubts about its practicality and potential for success.
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When will the market consolidation end? Market Minutes
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
In this brief summary, it seems like the content is not clear and contains some irrelevant information. It mentions market consolidation and asks a question about its end, but it is unclear what exactly the content is about. It does not provide enough context or key points to summarize in a meaningful way.
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DeepSeek's R1 is impressive, we'll obviously deliver better models: Altman
Inshorts
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6m ago
Medial
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said Chinese rival DeepSeek's R1 AI is "impressive, particularly what they're able to deliver for the price". Speaking amid a global selloff in tech stocks, Altman said, "We'll obviously deliver much better models...but mostly we're excited to continue to execute our research roadmap." "World is going to want to use a lot of AI," he added.
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Bhavish Aggarwal’s Krutrim AI starts hosting DeepSeek R1 on Indian servers. Here’s why it matters | Mint
Livemint
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5m ago
Medial
Bhavish Aggarwal's Krutrim AI is now hosting its DeepSeek R1 reasoning model on Indian servers and offering it at an affordable price to Indian developers. Aggarwal emphasizes caution toward Chinese startups but believes leveraging open-source models on local servers could propel India's technological advancement.
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Smart home speakers are almost dead. Can AI save them?
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
"Smart" devices like Amazon Echo and Google Assistant have faced recent setbacks, with layoffs and underwhelming performance. The writer shares their frustration with the limitations of smart speakers, particularly Alexa's inability to play clean versions of songs. They highlight the lack of innovation in the smart speaker category and discuss the potential for AI-enabled devices like the AI Pin and Rabbit R1 to revolutionize the smart home industry. The writer envisions a future where smart home devices are more intuitive, capable of performing complex tasks, and providing a smarter user experience.
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