Friend, the lonely AI wearable, returns with a new voice and a much bigger price tag
TechCrunch AI Lucas Ropek ● Covered by 2 sources
Avi Schiffmann's AI wearable Friend, designed to combat loneliness, released a second version this week featuring a built-in speaker and voice personality. The new model costs $249, up from the original $99 price at launch two years ago. The product still lacks clear utility beyond conversation, and most AI wearables have struggled to achieve mainstream adoption following comparable failures like Humane's AI Pin.
Why it matters
Friend, the AI wearable, can now talk to its users — for an enhanced price.
