How much do these AI wearables cost?

Prices range from $49.99 for the Bee pendant to $299 for the Sandbar Stream ring, with Friend at $129 and Rabbit R1 at $199.

Do any of these devices require a subscription?

Yes. Bee includes a $19 monthly subscription for its companion app, and Limitless offers unlimited AI features for $29 per month.

Which devices are not yet available?

Meta's Muse Charm has not yet shipped, and Nirva plans to open orders in November with shipments targeted for the end of the year.

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AI wearables roundup: Bee, Friend, Muse Charm and more

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TechCrunch rounded up notable AI wearables, including Bee ($49.99 pendant), Friend ($129 companion), Limitless ($99 recorder), Meta's Muse Charm, and Rabbit R1 ($199).
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The list shows AI gadgets are splitting into productivity tools and always-listening companions, with subscription fees and privacy trade-offs attached.

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The roundup illustrates that AI wearables have settled into a few distinct use cases rather than a single form factor. Some, like Limitless, Plaud's NotePin, and Sandbar's Stream ring, focus on recording and transcribing conversations for professionals, while others, like Friend, position themselves as emotional support companions.

Ownership and pricing strategies vary widely. Amazon acquired Bee in July 2025 and has since introduced the Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse, positioning Bee as a more affordable alternative to Plaud devices. Meta's Muse Charm, its first AI wearable, is tied to its personal AI assistant Muse and has not yet shipped.

The category also carries privacy tensions. Friend faced backlash over its NYC subway ads, which were vandalized with messages like "surveillance capitalism," and several devices emphasize mute buttons or consent-based recording. Nirva, founded by former Meta Reality Labs employees, is angling toward personal growth rather than productivity.

FAQ

How much do these AI wearables cost?: Prices range from $49.99 for the Bee pendant to $299 for the Sandbar Stream ring, with Friend at $129 and Rabbit R1 at $199.
Do any of these devices require a subscription?: Yes. Bee includes a $19 monthly subscription for its companion app, and Limitless offers unlimited AI features for $29 per month.
Which devices are not yet available?: Meta's Muse Charm has not yet shipped, and Nirva plans to open orders in November with shipments targeted for the end of the year.

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