Meta has introduced Muse Gadgets, an open-source hardware project that lets developers build custom devices connected to Muse, the company's personal AI agent that handles tasks like booking travel, filling forms, and shopping.
The initiative provides open-source firmware, a Linux software development kit, and starter project ideas. Developers can use low-cost platforms like Raspberry Pi or ESP32 boards to connect Muse to displays, buttons, sensors, actuators, and other hardware. Meta has established a Discord channel to support users building these integrations.
Meta demonstrated the concept with its own device: Muse Home Link. This USB-C powered gadget connects Muse to home networks and smart devices including speakers and smart TVs. The company manufactured 5,000 units and is distributing them free to Muse subscribers while supplies last, according to Nat Friedman, head of product at Meta's Superintelligence Labs. Friedman stated the devices would ship in a few weeks.
The move fits Meta's broader strategy to expand Muse beyond a standalone chatbot. This week, the company also launched Muse for Small Business, a free tier with usage limits that integrates Muse with business tools including Shopify, Dropbox, and Slack. Meta has created a new business unit, Meta Enterprise Platform, focused on selling AI products to corporate customers.
The Muse Gadgets project targets developer and hobbyist communities rather than mainstream consumers. By providing hardware frameworks and firmware, Meta creates opportunities for custom implementations while building an ecosystem around its AI assistant. The free distribution of Home Link units to existing Muse subscribers reduces barriers to adoption and generates developer interest in building compatible devices.