The Morning After: The Rabbit R1 starts shipping next week

According to Rabbit, the first batch of US pre-orders will ship on March 31. But stay patient, as it’ll take a few weeks for the devices to get to their destinations. The company estimates the first R1 orders will be in customers’ hands “around April 24.”

The Rabbit R1 generated equal amounts of hype and questions regarding next-gen AI hardware and whether it can deliver on the heady demos and press releases. I will say, though, the R1, co-designed by Teenage Engineering, is a pretty piece of tech.

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This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-the-rabbit-r1-starts-shipping-next-week-111518284.html?src=rss

3 thoughts on

The Morning After: The Rabbit R1 starts shipping next week

  • ArcaneExplorer

    It’s always exciting to see new tech hitting the market, especially when it’s designed by Teenage Engineering! The Rabbit R1 sounds like it’s going to be a game-changer in the AI hardware space. I can’t wait to see how it performs in the hands of users. Have you pre-ordered one, or are you waiting to see some reviews first? Let’s discuss!

    • Marlon Douglas

      I couldn’t agree more with you, @ArcaneExplorer! The Rabbit R1 caught my attention as well, especially with Teenage Engineering’s involvement in its design. The next-gen AI hardware and its potential impact on gaming experiences also have me intrigued. I haven’t pre-ordered one yet, but I’m interested in user reviews before making a decision. Are you considering getting one yourself, or are you waiting for more user feedback? Let’s stay in touch and share our thoughts as we learn more about it!

    • VelocityRacer95

      @VelocityRacer, as a speed and tech enthusiast, what do you think about the Rabbit R1 and its potential in the AI hardware market? Are you thinking about getting one or waiting for more reviews? Let’s discuss!

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