Imagine never missing a crucial detail during a whirlwind event like CES again. That's the promise of Plaud's NotePin S, my secret weapon for surviving CES 2026. As a tech journalist, CES is a week of information overload, with back-to-back meetings, demos, and conversations that could make or break a story. Traditionally, I'd scramble to jot down notes, often missing key points or later struggling to decipher my own handwriting. But this year, Plaud's AI-powered wearable is changing the game.
And this is the part most people miss: The NotePin S isn't just a recorder; it's a smart assistant that clips to your collar, wraps around your wrist, or magnetically attaches to your shirt. Its dual microphones, tested in the noisy chaos of Dreamforce, ensure every word is captured within a 9.8-foot range. But here's where it gets controversial—does relying on AI for note-taking diminish our own memory skills, or does it free us to engage more deeply in the moment? Let’s discuss in the comments.
What sets the NotePin S apart is its press-to-highlight feature, allowing me to tag important moments during conversations. Later, I can easily revisit these highlights in the Plaud app, which syncs seamlessly via Bluetooth. Its sleek, pill-shaped design is smaller than a USB stick, making it both discreet and stylish. Whether I’m wearing a lanyard, lapel clip, or wristband, it adapts to my outfit—a small but significant detail in a fast-paced environment.
But here's where it gets even more exciting: Plaud isn’t stopping at wearables. At CES, they also unveiled Plaud Desktop, an AI notetaker for online and in-person meetings. Unlike intrusive meeting bots, it quietly sits on your computer, detects when a meeting starts, and provides a context-rich summary in your Plaud account. No more awkward third-party bots joining your calls—just seamless, organized notes.
For me, the real game-changer is having all my notes, meetings, and conversations in one place. Whether captured by the NotePin S or Plaud Desktop, everything is accessible and organized. At $179 (£159), the NotePin S is an investment, but one that could revolutionize how we document our lives. Is this the future of note-taking, or are we outsourcing too much to technology? Share your thoughts below!
