The Plaud: Because ‘Whenever We Fight, I’m Right’
Teresa and I rarely argue. But when we do, it’s usually about something like me getting home from the office too late, or not having my butt in the seat on time for plans we’ve made.
One night last week when I arrived home after work, Teresa greeted me with, “Guess what? I have a spousal fight resolver to prove that when we fight, I’m right.” As you might guess, that caught me off guard, so I had to ask: “What the heck is a spousal fight resolver?”
A Device That Settles Debates?
Teresa pulled out a small device attached to the back of her phone. “It’s my new Plaud,” she said. “Whenever you get out of line and we get into it, I’m going to quietly turn this thing on, record our conversation, then ask the built-in AI feature to analyze our positions and prove that I was right.”
She was half-joking, but the point stood—this gadget was about to be our relationship referee. Before I could wrap my head around it, she handed me a small box. “I got one for you too,” she said with a smile. And just like that, I found myself with a brand-new Plaud.
Meet the Plaud Note
So, what exactly is this wizardry that Teresa now wields in our marriage toolkit? In short, Plaud Note is a pocket-sized recording device that captures audio with pristine clarity and syncs automatically to a digital AI platform. Think of it as a personal assistant that jots down every word anyone says. Once it records, Plaud’s AI transcribes the audio into searchable text and stores it securely in the cloud. You can view it on your phone or your computer, which means those heated “conversations” (or your random brain dumps) are documented and ready to review.
But it’s not just about capturing arguments (thankfully!). You can record phone conversations, meetings, training videos, and then use the built-in AI feature to convert the transcript into various forms of summary. I used my Plaud to dictate this article on my way to the office, then copied the transcript into ChatGPT’s newest o1 version with instructions to polish up my words into a 500–700-word article. That’s what you’re reading.
Why It’s a Game-Changer
Here’s the part Teresa loves best (besides winning debates). Plaud’s AI doesn’t just transcribe; it can also summarize your recordings in multiple styles—like bullet points, a concise paragraph, or even a storytelling format. If you’re a visual thinker, you can generate a mind-map to see how ideas connect, which is fantastic for brainstorming or planning. And if you need quick action items, Plaud’s built-in to-do list generator automatically pulls out tasks from your chat or meeting. Basically, it’s a triple threat: record, transcribe, and summarize—all in one.
The Plaud Notepin
Plaud also offers the Notepin, a nifty little add-on that clips to your clothing or bag strap. One tap to start recording, one tap to stop—perfect for those eureka moments when you’re on a walk, driving, exercising, or doing about anything. It syncs up seamlessly with the Plaud Note, so all your recordings are in the same place.
Easy on the Eyes…and the Wallet
The Plaud Note is slim, light, and unobtrusive. You can keep it on your phone, slip it into a pocket, or toss it in a purse without even noticing it’s there. Learn more at Plaud.ai, where you’ll find detailed specs, testimonials, and demos. Currently, the Plaud Note sells for around $159, while the Plaud Notepin goes for $169. There’s a bundled deal if you want both.
Recording Conversations
Arizona is a “one party recording state,” which means only one party (you) to a conversation (phone or in person) need consent to it being recorded. I typically ask permission, but Arizona does not require it. For a list of states that require all parties to consent, visit my blog at greghague.com and search for my article, “Recording Conversations.”
Indispensable Tool
Whether I’m using it to reluctantly confirm Teresa’s side of an argument (yes, she’s usually right) or to transcribe and summarize calls, meetings or lectures, the Plaud is a tool that streamlines everyday life.
Life is too busy to try to remember all your conversations when the Plaud + AI can record them, transcribe them, summarize them… and also act as a spousal fight resolver.
