UPDATE: Plaud has just released its groundbreaking desktop app, transforming the way professionals capture meeting notes. This innovative tool promises to eliminate the awkwardness of AI assistants sitting in on calls, allowing users to record meetings without a visible bot presence.
In a major development announced today, Plaud’s desktop app automatically detects online meetings on platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, and Teams, enabling users to initiate “secure, real-time audio capture” with a single click. This advancement arrives just ahead of the highly anticipated Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, set for early 2026, where further innovations are expected.
The traditional model of AI meeting assistants, such as Fireflies AI and Otter, often includes visible bots participating in calls. While they help transcribe conversations and summarize discussions, their presence can feel intrusive. The new Plaud app addresses this issue by providing a seamless, bot-free experience. Users can now focus on discussions without the distraction of an AI assistant sitting in as a participant.
In addition to audio recording, the Plaud desktop app supports multimodal input, allowing users to take text notes, highlight key points, and capture screenshots alongside audio recordings. All recordings are accessible via the Plaud App and Web, ensuring easy retrieval for future reference.
The Plaud desktop app is currently in beta and available starting today. Professionals looking for a more discreet and efficient way to manage meeting notes will find this tool especially appealing.
Moreover, Plaud has simultaneously launched the NotePin S, an advanced AI wearable priced at $179. This device features an instant-highlight button to mark important moments during meetings, enhancing productivity. The NotePin S also integrates Apple Find My support, making it easier for users to keep track of their device.
As someone who regularly utilizes the original Plaud Note, the introduction of both the NotePin S and the desktop app signifies a significant enhancement to the bot-free workflow that many professionals crave.
Stay tuned for more updates from CES 2026 as Plaud and other tech innovators showcase their latest advancements in AI and productivity tools.