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Debating personal AI hardware with Rewind AI’s Dan Siroker | E1828

Oct 12, 2023

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Dan Siroker, Co-founder of Rewind AI, discusses the new Rewind Pendant AI device that can record conversations and debates privacy and ethical concerns around covert recording. Comparisons to products like Google Glass and Humane are explored. Design considerations and potential use cases for the Rewind Pendant are also discussed.

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Quick takeaways

The Rewind Pendant AI device aims to offer perfect memory and improved communication through capturing and remembering everything seen and heard, prioritizing privacy and user experience.

Privacy concerns are a key focus when discussing the pendant device, with a privacy-first approach emphasized, user control recognized as essential, and the need to address social norms and legal considerations highlighted.

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Rewind AI: A Privacy-First Approach to Personalized AI

Dan, CEO and co-founder of Rewind AI, shares the vision behind their pendant device. The idea emerged from an experience he had 10 years ago when he lost and regained his sense of hearing with a hearing aid. This led him on a quest to explore how technology can augment human capabilities. The pendant is designed to capture and remember everything you see and hear, allowing for perfect memory and improved communication. The focus is on personalized productivity, prioritizing privacy and offering a better user experience.

Introduction

5min

Exploring the Balance Between Perfect Memory and Privacy with Personal AI Hardware

2min

Privacy and Personalized AI

3min

Ethical Concerns of Covertly Recording Conversations

11min

Promotion for Tech Domains and Discussion on Google Glass

2min

Google's Mistakes with Google Glass

8min

The Value of Perfect Memory and Striking the Right Balance

3min

Personal AI Compatibility and Ethical Considerations

7min

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Today’s show:

Rewind CEO Dan Siroker joins Jason to discuss the new Rewind Pendant AI device that can record conversations (1:08), debate privacy and ethical concerns around covert recording (9:32), and much more!

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(0:00) Jason kicks off the show

(1:08) Dan breaks down the Rewind Pendant

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(9:32) Privacy and ethical concerns around covert recording

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(21:47) Comparisons to products like Google Glass and Humane

(24:15) Design considerations and the best use cases for Rewind Pendant

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(31:32) The need for thoughtful development of personal AI and the value of open feedback

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