- Plaud Inc. announced the Plaid One earbuds, shaped like Apple's AirPods, with a charging case the size of a ring box.
- The earbuds feature built-in 4G via an eSIM that works in over 80 countries, allowing remote AI agent interaction.
- Plaud One includes $200 in Plaid Credits for AI tasks like transcription, translation, and meeting summarization, plus 300 free transcription minutes per month.
- Preorders for the Plaud One are live at $250, with shipping scheduled for Q4 2026.
- The Plaud One earbuds allow users to record conversations and complete tasks with AI assistants on the go.
- The earbuds can record calls and their case can be used to record in-person conversations or take notes.
- The Plaud One has 12mm drivers and features active noise cancellation, allowing for clear voice capture within a range of five meters.
- The earbuds can record six hours of in-person meetings and three hours of calls on a single charge, with a total of 25 hours when combined with the case.
Plaud Inc. has unveiled the $250 Plaud One earbuds, a cutting-edge device that integrates 4G connectivity and an eSIM case, enabling users to record conversations and interact with AI agents effortlessly.256
The earbuds, shaped similarly to Apple's AirPods, come with a compact charging case that can capture audio from up to five meters away. Users can record up to 25 hours of conversations on a single charge, with the earbuds providing 6 hours of recording time for in-person meetings and 3 hours for calls.1789
Each purchase includes $200 in credits for AI features like transcription, translation, and meeting summarization, which can also be used for third-party integrations with platforms such as Gmail, Google Calendar, Notion, and Slack.34
Plaud's CEO, Nathan Xu, emphasized the need for a wearable interface for AI, stating, “For AI, we need to have a wearable and an always-ready interface, one that people love to wear, is socially acceptable and private by design.”
The Plaud One is positioned as a limited release to gauge market demand for AI-focused audio devices. Preorders are live now, with shipping slated for Q4 2026.
The earbuds also feature active noise cancellation and a built-in 4G connection, allowing users to operate AI agents without needing Wi-Fi.
Buyers will receive 300 minutes of free transcription monthly, with additional plans starting at $8.33 per month.
The Plaud One aims to redefine how users interact with AI, making it more accessible and integrated into daily tasks.
“The Plaud One's eSIM works in over 80 countries, and the case can capture voices within five meters. Buyers get 300 free transcription minutes monthly, with additional plans starting at $8.33 per month, and $200 in Plaud Credits for agentic tasks.”
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