Amazon’s Bee has launched two new personal AI devices that listen to your conversations and turn them into summaries, to-do lists and calendar invites. Bee Frontier is a $74.99 wearable you can wear on your wrist or clip to your clothes, available now on Amazon. Bee Eclipse is a $99.99 credit-card-sized device that attaches magnetically to the back of your phone and is coming soon. Basic summaries are free, while a $11.99-a-month Bee Pro plan unlocks unlimited summaries and Alexa+ integration. Here is what the devices do, how Amazon handles privacy and what to consider before you start recording conversations.
Bee Frontier vs Bee Eclipse at a glance
| Bee Frontier | Bee Eclipse | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $74.99 | $99.99 |
| How you use it | On your wrist or clipped to clothing | Attached magnetically to the back of your phone |
| Availability | Available now on Amazon | Coming soon |
| Battery | Up to 7 days, USB-C charging | Not yet detailed |
| Extras | IP67 water resistance, two noise-filtering microphones | Credit-card-sized design |
| Colors | Onyx, Lavender, Sage | Silver, Midnight, Honey, Blush |
Both have a single on/off button and an indicator light that shows when a conversation is being captured for a summary.
What can the Bee devices do?
- Summarize conversations from meetings, classes or everyday chats.
- Create to-dos and calendar invites from what was said.
- Connect to your apps: Gmail, Google Calendar and Microsoft Outlook, with Apple HealthKit and photo uploads as optional extras.
- Work with Amazon and Alexa: with Bee Pro, you can ask Alexa for your Bee summaries or to-dos, and make Amazon purchases.
- Use new apps: a companion mobile app and a desktop app.
Free features vs Bee Pro
| Free with the device | Bee Pro ($11.99 a month) |
|---|---|
| Conversation summaries and recaps | Unlimited summaries |
| 14 days of memory | Amazon.com and Alexa+ integration |
| Third-party app integrations and suggested to-dos | |
| Daily memories, a personal chat assistant and conversation templates |
How does Bee handle privacy?
According to the launch details reported by TechCrunch:
- Raw audio is not stored. It is processed in real time and then deleted.
- Transcripts are encrypted with keys that the device creates and controls, so Amazon employees cannot access them unless you share them.
- You can delete transcripts and summaries at any time.
- Optional Alexa Voice ID can let an Echo device recognize your voice and capture conversations for Bee.
These protections cover what Amazon stores. They do not answer the bigger question: whether the people around you agree to be recorded.
Before you record: consent matters
- Ask first. Tell people when the device is on, especially in meetings, classes and private conversations.
- Know the law. Recording rules vary by state and country, and some require everyone in the conversation to agree. Check the rules where you live and work.
- Follow workplace and school policies. Many employers and schools ban recording devices in certain settings.
- Turn it off for sensitive moments, such as medical appointments, legal discussions or private family conversations.
- Review your settings for what is connected and how long data is kept, as you would for an AI chatbot; see our AI chatbot privacy settings guide.
How does it compare?
Bee Frontier undercuts other AI note-taking gadgets reported by TechCrunch, such as the Plaud Note at $159, the Plaud Note Pro at $189 and the Pocket AI device at $129. If you mostly need meeting notes on a computer or phone, software may be enough: many AI assistants can summarize recordings and documents. Compare everyday options in our list of the best AI apps for iPhone and Android and the best AI tools for small business.
Who is it for?
- Good fit: people who forget follow-ups after many short conversations, such as managers, salespeople and busy parents, and who are comfortable asking for consent.
- Think twice: anyone who works with confidential information, or who spends time in places where recording is not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse cost?
Bee Frontier costs $74.99 and Bee Eclipse costs $99.99. Bee Pro is an optional $11.99 monthly subscription.
Does Bee record all the time?
It captures conversations when it is on, and a light shows when it is working. You can switch it off with its button.
Does Amazon keep my audio?
According to the launch details, raw audio is deleted after real-time processing, and transcripts are encrypted with keys controlled by the device.
The bottom line
Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse make AI memory devices cheaper and easier to wear, and Amazon has put real privacy protections in place for stored data. The responsibility for recording other people, though, stays with you. For more AI news, follow our AI News section.
Sources
This article is based on the official documentation and reporting listed in the sources above, checked on October 19, 2026. Features and prices change, so confirm details on the official pages before you buy. ShokokoTech does not accept payment for coverage. Read our editorial policy.
