Plaud’s new earphones come with an eSIM-enabled case for talking to AI agents
Hardware companies have realized that note-taking is one of the easiest AI use cases to build for, and consequently have been busy shoving mics into everything from pendants and rings to credit-card-sized pucks and wristbands. Still, despite the variety of devices, only a few companies have been able to stand out.

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- Fact 1: One of these companies is Plaud, which has over 2.5 million people using its hardware or software.
- Fact 2: Image Credits:Plaud The Plaud One has 12mm drivers and features active noise cancellation.
- Fact 3: Combined with the case, users can record up to 25 hours of conversations on a single charge.
- Fact 4: Buyers get 300 minutes of free transcription per month, after which they will need to buy additional plans, which start from $8.33 per month (paid annually).
Hardware companies have realized that note-taking is one of the easiest AI use cases to build for, and consequently have been busy shoving mics into everything from pendants and rings to credit-card-sized pucks and wristbands. Still, despite the variety of devices, only a few companies have been able to stand out.
One of these companies is Plaud, which has over 2.5 million people using its hardware or software. It is now launching a note-taker in a new form factor: earphones. Called Plaud One, these adopt the simple bare-bones style of Apple’s AirPods, and can record calls, while their case can be used to record in-person conversations or take notes.
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