GPT-4 predicted that AI would see significant advancements in edge computing, with large models being deployed on user devices like smartphones, PCs, and smart cars. This would enable faster processing, lower latency, and better user experiences by moving AI computations closer to the user.
The two main categories of edge devices are: 1) Devices with local computing power and small AI models, such as AI PCs, AI smartphones, and smart cars. 2) Lightweight devices without local AI models, like smart glasses, wearable pins, and health monitoring bands, which rely on cloud-based AI models.
In 2024, AI integration into smart glasses has seen progress, with devices like Meta's Reban Meta glasses selling over 1 million units. These glasses use AI for functions like real-time translation, navigation, and object recognition. However, they still face challenges in achieving full intelligence and are limited to specific, low-frequency use cases.
AI PCs are characterized by stronger computing power, larger storage, compressed model sizes without performance loss, a complete AI application ecosystem, and enhanced data security and privacy protection. Companies like Huawei, Lenovo, and Microsoft are leading this trend, with AI PCs acting as advanced assistants for tasks like document editing, data analysis, and gaming.
The three main technical drivers are: 1) Better integration of AI with specific edge device scenarios, improving user experience and security. 2) Advancements in AI chips, such as GPUs, TPUs, and NPUs, which enable efficient local AI processing. 3) The deployment of smaller AI models on devices, achieved through techniques like quantization, pruning, knowledge distillation, and low-rank decomposition.
The podcast draws parallels between the current AI edge computing trend and the early days of the internet, where companies competed to dominate user entry points like browsers and portals. Similarly, today's AI edge devices aim to capture user attention by offering faster, localized AI services, though the full potential of these devices is still evolving.
Lightweight edge devices, such as smart glasses and wearable pins, face challenges like limited local computing power, reliance on cloud-based AI models, and potential network latency issues. These devices often require additional software or apps to extend their functionality, and their AI capabilities are constrained by hardware limitations.
【节目介绍】
本期节目回顾2023年底的第24期节目中与人工智能所做的预测结果,也是对2024年的年终复盘。第二期我们将回顾“大模型的边缘计算”问题。从智能眼镜、随身设备到AI手机、AIPC、智能汽车,AI技术正以前所未有的速度渗透到我们生活的每一个角落。本期节目我们呢将回顾AI在边缘设备上的应用现状,分析技术驱动力,并探讨这一趋势如何塑造未来,让我们一起走进AI的边缘世界吧。
【往期节目】
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02:25 第二个预测介绍(跳过开头)
03:56 非边缘的边缘
07:08 智能眼镜
10:12 智能随身设备(卡片、手环等)
14:50 AI手机
17:42 AIPC
21:58 智能汽车
23:11 AI边缘计算背后的技术驱动因素
31:24 总结
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【感谢】
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