A mind-reading AI device... It will write down your thoughts on the computer, learn about its features...
It often happens that you're sitting in a noisy meeting, surrounded by voices, but you need to say something important, and you can't express it. Someone who has lost their ability to speak is also unable to express their emotions. But now, a small Boston-based company, AlterEgo, has created an AI device that silently transmits your thoughts to a computer. This device not only makes busy lives easier but also opens a door for those who have lost their voice.
An AI Device That Reads Brain Signals
A BGR report states that seven years ago, in 2018, MIT scientist Arnav Kapoor wrote a paper. In it, he envisioned a device that could read brain signals without entering the brain. Arnav's idea was, "Why not send our thoughts directly to a machine, without speaking?" Since then, he's worked day and night. In 2019, he showcased the prototype at a TED Talk. People were astonished. Now, in the year 2025, AlterEgo has become a company, led by Arnav. Recently, he shared a video demonstrating how his AI device works. This video went viral on Instagram.
What does it look like? How does it work?
This device resembles a lightweight headset that you wear near your ear. It's called a "near telepathic wearable," meaning it's almost like telepathy. But it doesn't input anything into your brain. Instead, it reads the tiny muscles in your face and throat. When you speak words in your mind, the device picks up signals. These signals come from electromyography. It then converts the thoughts into text. Arnav says it processes your thoughts at typing speed. This way, you can silently write notes, ask the AI questions, or send messages to a friend. The response also reaches your ear through bone conduction, without anyone knowing. The increasing use of AI can provide a better foundation for your future. To build your future in the field of AI, register for a career growth workshop with NBT Upskill AI.
Translates Language
This device will be a great help to those who have lost the ability to speak. Imagine a person who has been silent for years can now type their thoughts on a computer. Furthermore, this device also translates languages. In the video, Arnab is seen speaking silently to a Chinese man.
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