Rabbit r1 AI Gadget Ships to Early Buyers as Preorders Top 100,000
The Rabbit r1, a unique AI device that uses a Large Action Model to navigate apps on your behalf, begins shipping to early US adopters on March 31st. The startup has now sold over 100,000 units ahead of the official April 24th release.
Rabbit starts shipping its highly anticipated r1 AI gadget on March 31st to early US preorders, with the first units leaving the factory on Easter Sunday. The startup reports massive demand for the device, selling over 100,000 units since its surprise announcement in early January. Buyers who secure early slots face a wait of over three weeks for delivery due to international and US customs processing.
Unlike traditional AI chatbots that only answer questions or generate text, the r1 features a unique Large Action Model (LAM) that actively interacts with apps and services. This allows users to simply tell the device to order an Uber, plan a trip, or make purchases without manually navigating the software. The bright orange, pocket-sized device functions similarly to a smartphone but focuses entirely on completing practical tasks rather than running standard apps.
The general public can purchase the Rabbit r1 for $199 when it officially launches on April 24th, though new preorders will not arrive in the mid-April batch. The initial 10,000 units shipping this weekend are exclusively reserved for early US buyers who secured their orders back in January. This hands-free approach to app navigation represents a significant shift in how users might interact with AI in the future.