Wearable AI Note Takers Can Record Your Meetings For $119

Forget scrambling to take notes during your next meeting or interview. A new wave of wearable AI note takers—small devices you clip to your shirt or wear as a ring—can record and transcribe conversations for you. They're made by companies like Plaud, SwitchBot, Omi, and Vocci, and they start at just $119.99. Unlike phone apps, these gadgets stay with you during in-person chats, hallway conversations, or interviews where pulling out a laptop would be awkward.

The Plaud NotePin S is the top pick for most people. It costs $179, weighs about as much as a AA battery, and can be worn as a pin, clip, lanyard, or wristband. It records up to 20 hours straight, stores 64GB, and transcribes in 112 languages. You get 300 free transcription minutes monthly; after that, plans start at $99.99 per year. The SwitchBot AI MindClip is the budget option at $119.99, with similar recording time and storage but fewer wearing options. It also offers 300 free minutes monthly and integrates with calendars and tasks.

If you're into open-source software, the Omi is for you—it lets developers build custom features. And the Vocci AI ring is the smallest, worn on your finger like a ring. All four devices turn speech into searchable notes, summaries, and even action items. They're designed to save you time and help you remember important details.

The catch: independent tests for transcription accuracy and battery life aren't available for most of these devices, so manufacturer claims might not match real-world use. Also, after the free monthly minutes run out, you'll likely need a paid subscription to keep transcribing. And privacy is a concern—these devices record audio, so you should always get consent from others before recording. Still, for professionals who attend lots of meetings, these wearables could be a game-changer.