Rabbit and Humane should be a lesson for smartphones too

The recent reviews of the new Humane AI Pin and Rabbit R1 have been overwhelmingly negative, highlighting their limited functionality and reliance on underdeveloped AI technology. These products, despite the AI hype, have failed to meet consumer expectations, suggesting a cautionary tale for smartphone manufacturers eager to integrate AI into their devices.

The core issue with these AI-driven products, including some smartphones, is their dependency on cloud processing and third-party services, which can lead to functionality problems when offline or if the third-party services change. This situation underscores the need for a more robust, on-device AI strategy that doesn't rely heavily on external APIs and offers real utility to the consumer.