We finally know what this trendy AI-powered tool is for

Now, the trendy new AI tool, Rabbit R1, reveals its key features and benefits.

It’s not a “smartphone replacement,” but it’s proving to be quite the travel companion. More so than the AI ​​Pin, which was heavily criticized when it launched just a few days ago. The Rabbit R1, a gadget powered by generative AI, is out now and has already garnered a lot of attention from the US tech press after making a splash at the recent CES.

The first reviews are behind us and we finally know the purpose of this little creature, which has chosen a bright orange casing, but with a deep black screen. Apart from the hardware aspect, we are undoubtedly interested in the software functions here.

A useful yet simple tool

It would be an exaggeration to say that this was expected at the breakthrough, as we are still skeptical about the real interest of this type of product in everyday life. However, it can do quite a few things and does them relatively well thanks to its internal AI.

So Rabbit R1 can analyze what’s happening in front of you thanks to a small video sensor on the front, describe the scene to you, and even give you meal ideas while you stare at the fridge. This highlights the “helpful” side, and there is nothing to be ashamed of because his answers are often satisfactory, according to the American media. the edge and Mashable. You can also ask him to write down important things – which you can then find on your device’s screen or through a web application available on your computer.

Its connection to some popular transatlantic services also makes a difference. Spotify is available — even if, of course, you have to enter the artist or song title you want to play, like Uber to quickly order a ride. And that’s it.

With promises from its very talkative CEO, the Rabbit R1 could become a regular companion, especially as its AI models improve and new features emerge — like calling, text messaging, or compatibility with other popular apps.

But the danger for this box, a sort of ChatGPT in the palm of your hand, lies primarily in the vision of competition imagined by manufacturers of connected products, which ultimately renders the colorful Rabbit proposition obsolete. After all, the Rabbit R1 looks like a miniature version of a connected speaker equipped with a sensor. Amazon or Google will soon become competitors with it.

But unlike the AI ​​Pin, the Rabbit R1 remains fairly affordable, coming in at $199, and doesn’t require a subscription. That gives you the freedom to add a SIM card of your choice or connect it via WiFi (like your phone’s tethering mode) to get online.