Plaud to Launch New Wearable for Autonomous AI Agents This Year
Plaud Inc., known for its AI-powered note-taking devices, is set to launch a new wearable later this year. The device is designed to feed data directly into autonomous AI agents, marking a strategic shift from reactive transcription tools. CEO Nathan Xu indicated the wearable aims for an eight-to-12-hour battery life and potential cellular connectivity. The company is also exploring personalized AI that learns from user interactions over time. With two million global users, Plaud projects sales of $500 million for 2026.

Plaud Inc. plans to introduce a new wearable device later this year, intended to serve as a direct data pipeline for autonomous AI agents. This upcoming product signifies a strategic evolution for the startup, moving beyond its current lineup of AI-powered note-taking devices that primarily focus on reactive transcription.
According to CEO Nathan Xu, the new wearable is being developed with an estimated battery life of eight to 12 hours. The company is also considering including cellular connectivity in the device. Furthermore, Plaud is experimenting with personalized AI capabilities, allowing the system to learn from individual user behaviors and preferences over time.
Building on its base of two million global users, Plaud has set ambitious financial targets. The company projects reaching $500 million in sales for 2026, as reported by Bloomberg.