Plaud unveiled an updated wearable note-taking device and a new desktop application at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, expanding its approach to capturing conversations across both in-person and virtual settings. The company positions the new tools as a way for professionals to document meetings and discussions without interrupting the flow of conversation.

The new Plaud NotePin S builds on the original NotePin design with a focus on clarity and ease of use. The compact wearable records audio, generates transcripts, and produces summaries automatically. It can be worn as a clip, pin, lanyard, or wristband, allowing users to adapt it to different environments. One of the most noticeable updates is the addition of a physical control button, replacing the squeeze-based haptic controls found on earlier versions.

Plaud says the button-based design gives users immediate feedback when recording starts or stops and allows them to mark important moments during a conversation. This change aims to reduce uncertainty during real-world use, especially in meetings where subtle controls can be missed. The NotePin S supports long recording sessions and stores audio locally before syncing with Plaud’s software.

Alongside the wearable, Plaud introduced Plaud Desktop, a native application for Mac and Windows that records audio from online meetings. Instead of joining calls as a visible participant, the app detects when a virtual meeting begins and captures the audio directly from the system. This approach avoids the disruptions and privacy concerns often associated with meeting bots.

Plaud Desktop also lets users add screenshots, typed notes, and highlights during or after meetings. All content syncs with recordings from the NotePin S so transcripts, summaries, and reference materials stay organized in one place. The company describes this unified system as a way to support hybrid work without forcing users to switch tools throughout the day.

Plaud cofounder and CEO Nathan Xu said the goal is to make conversation capture feel natural rather than intrusive. “Ultimately, we’re building Plaud to feel less like a tool and more like a trusted work companion that captures context and carries it forward,” Xu said. “Capturing conversations in their natural form is the best way to empower people in real life.”

The NotePin S is available now with a starting price of $179. Plaud Desktop is offered at no additional cost to users who already own Plaud hardware. Together, the two products reflect Plaud’s effort to cover both physical meetings and digital conversations within a single ecosystem.