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Sesame, the conversational AI startup from Oculus founders, launches its iOS app

Sesame’s new iOS app brings its conversational AI agents to the public, offering more natural back-and-forth interactions designed to feel less like traditional chatbots and more like talking to a person.

Sesame, the conversational AI startup from Oculus founders, launches its iOS app

TL;DR

  • Sesame, an AI startup co-founded by Oculus founders, has released a public preview of its conversational AI agents on iOS.
  • The app aims for more natural, human-like conversations by allowing AI agents time to think and weave in up-to-date information.
  • Features include distinct AI agents with personalities, search cards, notes, texting mode, and an incognito mode.
  • This app is the first step toward Sesame's plans for intelligent eyewear launching in 2027 and AI agents that can take action.
  • The app is currently free and available in 39 countries, with an Android preview planned for the future.