VTouch’s WIZPR RING: Whispering AI Wearable with ChatGPT

VTouch has introduced a innovative wearable device that seamlessly blends fashion and artificial intelligence. The WIZPR RING, a CES 2024 Innovation Award recipient, is a fashion accessory that grants users access to ChatGPT and other virtual assistants through a discreet, voice-controlled interface.

The WIZPR RING is designed to filter out background noise, ensuring that it can only be activated by close-range whispers from the wearer. This unique feature not only adds an element of privacy but also an intriguing ASMR-like experience, allowing users to engage in hushed conversations with their AI companion.

At the heart of the WIZPR RING’s functionality is a proximity sensor and microphone that enable the device to detect when it is brought close to the user’s mouth. No wake words are required; simply whispering a command or query is enough to activate the AI assistant. Once the ring is pulled away from the lips, it automatically deactivates, ensuring that privacy is maintained.

VTouch emphasizes the WIZPR RING’s commitment to safeguarding user privacy by isolating the wearer’s voice from surrounding ambient noise. This feature allows the device to pick up even the softest of whispers, enabling users to discreetly communicate their queries or commands without fear of being overheard.

To initiate the AI assistant, users simply press a button and specify which tool they wish to use, such as ChatGPT, Gemini (formerly known as Bard), Siri, or Alexa. Once activated, users can whisper their commands or engage in contextual conversations by muttering phrases like “What’s up?” or pressing the button three times.

The WIZPR RING’s capabilities extend beyond simple voice commands. When granted permission, the device can access the user’s smartphone data, including calendar events, messages, emails, location, and weather information. This integration allows for a truly personalized experience, where the AI assistant can engage in contextual conversations, almost akin to chatting with a knowledgeable friend.

Additionally, the WIZPR RING can serve as a convenient tool for handling incoming text messages. Users can simply whisper their responses, and the ring will convert their spoken words into text, relaying them seamlessly to their contacts without the need to pick up their smartphone.

In case of emergencies, VTouch has integrated an SOS mode into the WIZPR RING. By pressing the button five times, the device will send out ambient alerts and the user’s location to pre-set emergency contacts, ensuring prompt assistance in times of need.

Designed with both style and functionality in mind, the WIZPR RING is available in eight different sizes and crafted from titanium and epoxy resin. It boasts an impressive battery life of up to 66 hours of continuous use, ensuring users can enjoy uninterrupted access to their AI companion.

VTouch has already launched an online campaign for the WIZPR RING, allowing interested individuals to stay updated on its release and shipping, which is slated to begin in July 2024. As the line between fashion and technology continues to blur, the WIZPR RING represents a bold step towards seamlessly integrating AI into our daily lives, all while maintaining a sense of discretion and style.