[Sharp] Develops wearable device “AI Smart Link”
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Press release: September 17, 2024
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Developed wearable device “AI Smart Link”
*Easily realize natural communication with generation AI*
AI Smart Link (Left: Model without camera, Right: Model with camera) Sharp, in collaboration with Kyoto University of Arts (*1), has developed AI Smart Link, a wearable device that enables natural communication with generated AI.
Recently, while the development and spread of AI such as generative AI is progressing, there are some issues such as the need to operate while looking at the screen of a device such as a computer or smartphone, or the time required for a response from the AI, making it difficult to use it casually. has its challenges.
To address these issues, this wearable device enables natural communication with voice-generated AI by simply wearing it around the neck. In response to a user’s question, it grasps the surrounding environment using the built-in microphone and camera and responds with voice. We support users’ lives in various situations. For example, if you wear this device around your neck while driving a bicycle, the AI will use voice to navigate you to your destination. There is no need to look at the screen, which helps prevent people from using their smartphones while using the phone. It can also be used to provide guidance during cooking and operate AIoT-compatible home appliances using voice.
This wearable device is based on edge AI technology “CE-LLM” (Communication Equipped with Edge-LLM). Edge AI, which can be expected to respond quickly to user inquiries, or Chat
By instantly determining which cloud AI to process, which provides a wealth of information such as GPT, and processing, smooth and natural conversations can be achieved. Furthermore, it has a lightweight neck-hanging design that weighs approximately 100g, so you can use it comfortably for long periods of time hands-free.
Starting this month, we will be conducting demonstration experiments with Kyoto University of Arts, as well as
We have also begun discussions with Devices (*2) and NEC (*3) for the joint development of next-generation hands-free AI devices, including “AI Smart Link.” We aim to put it into practical use in 2025.
* ■ Main features *
* 1. Understands the user’s environment using the built-in microphone and camera and responds to questions with voice*
*2． Edge AI enables smooth and natural communication*
*3. Lightweight around 100g design that can be worn comfortably around the neck for long periods of hands-free use*
*1 Uryuyama Gakuen Educational Corporation Kyoto University of the Arts (Location: Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, President: Sakiko Yoshikawa, https://www.kyoto-art.ac.jp/
*2 Fairy Devices Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo,
Representative Director: Masato Fujino, https://fairydevices.jp/) *3 NEC Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Director, Representative Executive Officer, President and CEO: Takayuki Morita, https://jpn.nec.com/)
●“CE-LLM” is a registered trademark of Sharp Corporation.
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