This coffee-table chatbot ‘AI in a Box’ can speak, translate, and transcribe live audio
Imagine a chatbot in your coffee table that talks, understands languages and writes down what it hears, making life easier.
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Highlights
- ‘AI in a Box’ chats in different languages, breaking language barriers
- It turns spoken words into written text instantly
- This chatbot is your new coffee table companion
Have you heard about ‘AI in a Box’? This incredible innovation is now a reality. The device has been developed by Useful Sensors, a California-based hardware company established in 2022. It's like having a small, smart friend in a compact box.
I'm excited to launch "AI in a Box", your very own private AI that you can ask questions and get answers, all in a tiny box. Live captions, conversational AI, live translation, use as a voice keyboard, all completely private and on-device: https://t.co/I2FJTKpTm3 pic.twitter.com/6lB8VczkrW
— Pete Warden (@petewarden) September 19, 2023advertisement
AI in a Box is a tiny AI device that lets you ask questions and get answers. What's remarkable is that it offers live captions, conversational AI, and live translations, all by simply using your voice to communicate. And here's the best part - your conversations and data are kept private and secure, according to the makers.
This if this as a more advanced version of the conventional smart assistant like Amazon’s Alexa and Google Home.
No fuss, just chat
The advantage with this device is that you don't need any kind of a social media account, setup, or subscription to use AI in a Box. All you have to do is plug it in, and you're ready to start chatting with your artificial intelligence (AI) companion.
Some notable features
AI in a Box comes packed with useful features:
1. Voice input: By connecting the included USB Type-A cable to a keyboard input device, your spoken words are turned into text, making conversations easy.
2. Live translation: Traveling or need to talk to someone in another language? AI in a Box can help. It translates conversations in real-time, making communication a breeze.
3. Conversational AI: It's not just about translations. This device also tells jokes, stories, and provides information. It's like having a knowledgeable friend right there with you.
4. Live captions: One standout feature is its ability to create closed captions for live events, using the latest AI technology. You can see the captions on the built-in display or extend them to other screens using the HDMI connector.
Privacy first
Worried about privacy? AI in a Box runs entirely locally and doesn't use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. You can only access it through a physical keyboard or Ethernet cable, ensuring your sensitive conversations stay private.
What's inside?
This smart device is built on open-source models like Llama2 and Whisper. It's powered by RockChip 3588S SoC with NPU, equipped with 8GB DRAM, a built-in display, speakers, and a microphone. It runs on the Ubuntu 22.04 operating system.
Affordable & accessible
AI in a Box is available at an affordable price of $299 for the base model, which comes pre-assembled and ready to use. For tech enthusiasts, there's the AI in Box Prototype Kit priced at $475, including additional components for extended functionality.
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