Based Hardware's AI necklace, Friend, uses ChatGPT for summarization and saves transcribed conversation transcripts on users' phones.

Based Hardware's open-source AI necklace, Friend, records and transcribes conversations, with help from ChatGPT for summarization and action item lists. The device, which retails at $69, does not store recorded conversations, instead using AI speech-to-text to create transcripts saved on the user's phone. With a 6-day battery life and customizable features, Friend aims to help users remember conversations and commitments.