Amazon has introduced Bee, a new AI powered wearable designed to record, organise, and summarise conversations as part of everyday life. Early hands on testing shows that the device is simple to use. A single button press starts or stops recording. Through the companion app, users can set up gestures such as double tapping to bookmark or process a conversation. They can also choose whether a long press leaves a voice note or opens a chat with the AI assistant.
Like other AI tools such as Plaud, Granola, Fathom, Fireflies, and Otter, Bee can listen, record, and transcribe conversations. However, it stands out by breaking audio into smaller sections and summarising each one instead of showing a full transcript. For example, an interview may be divided into an introduction, product details, and broader trends. Each section appears in a different colour, making it easier to browse. Users can tap any section to view the full text.
One limitation is that the app does not clearly label speakers. Users must manually confirm who is speaking, which is less advanced than professional transcription tools. Bee also deletes the original audio after transcription, which means users cannot replay it for accuracy checks.
Amazon does not position Bee as a work focused tool. The company sees it as an assistant that fits into daily routines. With integration into Google services, Bee can suggest actions such as connecting with someone on LinkedIn after a meeting. Users can also leave voice notes and review past memories. Over time, the Grow section provides insights based on what the device learns.
Privacy remains a key focus. Bee does not record continuously. Users must turn it on, and a green light signals when recording is active. This approach aims to avoid the backlash faced by always listening devices.
Design feedback has been mixed. The sports band felt weak and fell off twice during testing. The clip on pin appears more secure. The app itself is well designed and easy to use.
Bee raises broader questions about how comfortable people will be with AI listening devices in daily life. Its adoption will help determine whether consumers truly want such technology.
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