This Week in Startups E1118: Emergency Pod! Two former Apple executives are building the iPhone killer – breaking down the leaks, patents & scoops regarding Humane’s product
Oct 1, 2020
Two former Apple executives are on a mission to create an iPhone rival with their innovative startup. The conversation dives into their revolutionary wearable device, which features gesture control and multimedia capture, predicting a future of augmented reality. They also critique the tech vision of Humane, exploring its bold ambitions and potential pitfalls. The device's capability to project interfaces onto hands raises intriguing questions about privacy and social acceptance. The hosts analyze its impact on personal technology and user interaction.
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Device Features
- Humane's device is wearable, lightweight, and attaches to clothing.
- It features a camera, cloud computing, and potentially AR/VR capabilities.
Humane Website Imagery
- Humane's website depicts people looking down at their phones, except for one person standing upright.
- This symbolizes their mission to free people from phone addiction.
Leaked Information
- Leaked information reveals a contextual recall, AI-powered wearable camera with an app store.
- It allows users to search for information about their surroundings and make calls via hand projections.