Developer Builds Always-On AI Assistant That Stores Everything Locally, No Wake Word

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A developer has created an AI assistant called Karl that operates without a wake word, running continuously in the background on a user's device. Unlike mainstream voice assistants such as Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant, Karl processes all voice data locally, with no data sent to the cloud. The assistant is designed to retain every conversation indefinitely, eliminating the need for users to repeat context across sessions. Karl can perform tasks like opening apps, making calls, and setting reminders, all while keeping user data private and off third-party servers. The project reflects a broader developer concern about AI systems that collect and store personal voice data without meaningful user control.

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