Tony Fadell on why the first wave of AI gadgets failed — and what comes next

Tony Fadell, known as the 'father of the iPod', believes that the first wave of AI gadgets failed to make a meaningful impact on consumers' lives. He attributes this failure to the fact that these early AI devices were not designed to solve real-world problems. Fadell predicts that the next generation of AI gadgets will need to earn consumers' trust by delivering tangible benefits and improving their daily lives. This will require a shift from gimmicky features to practical applications that address genuine needs.