Wearable AI is poised to transform how we interact with technology and could make smartphones a thing of the past. As artificial intelligence and machine learning continue to get more advanced, tech companies are finding new ways to integrate this technology into what we wear. From smart watches and fitness trackers to augmented reality glasses, AI is moving closer to our bodies.

While smartphones revolutionized how we communicate and access information, they still require us to look at and interact with a screen. Wearable AI promises to provide information in a seamless, hands-free way using voice assistants and head-up displays. A new generation of smart watches and fitness trackers are including virtual assistants so you can get information, set reminders, and more using voice commands.

Augmented reality smart glasses are still in their infancy but companies like Google, Apple, Facebook, and Snapchat are investing heavily in developing stylish glasses that can overlay digital information on the real world. Imagine wearing a pair of glasses that can instantly translate signs in a foreign language or provide turn-by-turn walking directions without having to look at your phone.

Of course, with any technology, there are risks and concerns about privacy and security that come along with wearable AI. Having microphones and cameras on your body at all times could make some people uncomfortable and open up opportunities for hacking or unauthorized data collection. Regulations will need to ensure people’s personal information and privacy are protected.

Wearable AI is an exciting new frontier for technology that could transform how we live and interact with the digital world. While still a few years away from mainstream use, wearable AI’s hands-free convenience and seamless access to information could make smartphones feel as outdated as landline phones. The future is here, it’s just not evenly distributed yet. But for better or worse, wearable AI is coming, and it’s going to change everything.