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Friend, the lonely AI wearable, returns with a new voice and a much bigger price tag
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Lucas Ropek
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The AI wearable 'Friend' has been updated with a voice feature and a significant price increase to $249. Founder Avi Schiffmann positions the device as a unique, non-assistant companion, though its practical utility remains debated.
Two years ago, tech founder Avi Schiffmann launched Friend , an AI wearable that you could talk to, and that would send you text messages about your day. The idea, ostensibly, was to use artificial intelligence to combat loneliness. This week, the company announced a new overhaul of the product, introducing a noticeable upgrade: a voice.
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