Zeph
Voice-first hardware companion for your AI agents
Zeph is a voice-first physical AI interface: a small desk hardware companion paired with a macOS app that lets you push-to-talk dictate into any app system-wide, watch your AI agents' status (rate limits, CI, tasks) on an always-on screen, and approve agent actions with a press. It's local-first and encrypted, works with the AI tools you already use (Claude, Cursor, Gemini, GitHub Copilot, and more), and supports sandboxed WASM apps built on a single SDK that runs across all Zeph devices.
Key Features
System-wide push-to-talk dictation
Press to talk and your voice is typed wherever your cursor is, in any app and any field — no hotkeys or laptop mic needed.
Always-on agent glances
The device screen shows the signals you care about at a glance: agent rate limits, CI status, and what's next on your calendar.
Agent replies and approvals
Your agents push what needs your attention — an approval, a result, a heads-up — to the screen via MCP, and you respond right on the device without reaching for your Mac.
Works with your existing AI tools
Compatible with Claude, Claude Code, Cursor, Google Gemini, GitHub Copilot, Perplexity, Obsidian, Notion, Raycast, Warp, Zed, Ollama, and Linear; bring your own model or use the cloud.
Private and local-first
Audio and state stay on-device by default — encrypted, with no cloud round-trip required.
Open WASM app ecosystem
Build sandboxed, portable WASM apps with one SDK that runs on every Zeph device — ship a glance, a tool, or a whole app.
Hands-free notes
Capture distraction-free notes and thoughts by voice the moment they land — no typing, no phone in hand.
How It Works
- 1
Press to talk
Hold the physical companion and speak; your dictation or prompt reaches your agents or types into any app via the macOS companion app.
- 2
Glance to read
The always-on AMOLED face displays live status from your agents — rate limits, CI, standup times — and pushes items that need you via MCP.
- 3
Answer on the device
Approve a deploy, dismiss, or respond with one press, without leaving your editor or reaching for your laptop.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- No ongoing subscription — buy the device once and it stays yours
- Local-first and encrypted: audio and state stay on-device by default with no cloud round-trip required
- Works with a wide range of tools users already have (Claude, Cursor, Gemini, Copilot, Notion, Ollama, and more), plus bring-your-own-model support
- Open SDK for sandboxed, portable WASM apps — apps run on every Zeph board
- Free developer tier with full SDK, sample apps, docs, and community support
- Physical push-to-talk removes hotkey friction and laptop-mic distance issues
Cons
- macOS only — the companion app is currently listed for Mac download
- The $149 device is in early access and must be purchased separately from the free app
- Core hardware companion (2.16" and 1.8" AMOLED ESP32-S3 boards) ships from a third-party store, not from Zeph itself
- Teams/fleet features (bulk provisioning, dashboard, SSO) are marked 'coming soon'
- Requires owning or sourcing specific ESP32-S3 hardware to use the device experience
Who It's For
Best for
- Developers running AI coding agents (Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot) who want voice prompts, rate-limit visibility, and one-press approvals
- Voice-first workers who want hands-free dictation into any app without a phone or hotkey
- Privacy-conscious users who want audio and state kept on-device rather than in the cloud
- Builders and makers interested in developing sandboxed WASM apps for AI hardware
- Owners of existing AI toolchains who want a dedicated always-on desk interface for their agents
Not ideal for
- Windows or Linux users — the companion app is currently Mac-only
- Teams needing fleet management, SSO, and provisioning today, since those features are still coming soon
- Buyers who want a single subscription-style vendor — the hardware is sold via a third-party store, and Zeph doesn't fulfill device orders
- Users who want a fully managed, pre-built consumer gadget with no hardware assembly or sourcing involved
Use Cases
- Dictating into any app system-wide without touching the keyboard
- Asking your AI agents questions out loud and watching runs and rate limits on the device screen
- Approving deploys and agent actions with a single press while coding
- Capturing distraction-free voice notes and ideas the moment they land
- Monitoring CI status, rate limits, and next calendar events at a glance
- Building and publishing sandboxed WASM apps for a dedicated AI hardware device
- Equipping a team with a shared agent dashboard, SSO, and policy controls (coming soon)
Pricing
Hardware-first pricing: the Zeph One device plus macOS app is a $149 one-time purchase with no subscriptions to talk to your own agents. Building for the platform is free forever. Team/fleet pricing is not published — you contact the company to scope it.
Zeph One
$149 one-time
The hardware companion plus the macOS app — push-to-talk voice for the agents you already run. Includes the Zeph device, macOS companion app, push-to-talk dictation, on-device local-first operation, and Bluetooth pairing. Currently in early
Developer
Free
Full WASM app SDK, local-first runtime, ecosystem publishing, sample apps and docs, and community support — free forever.
Teams (Fleet)
Contact for pricing
Coming soon. Includes bulk provisioning, a fleet dashboard, priority support, SSO and policy controls, and guided onboarding. Pricing scoped per team via contact.
Integrations
- Claude
- Claude Code
- Cursor
- Google Gemini
- GitHub Copilot
- Perplexity
- Obsidian
- Notion
- Raycast
- Warp
- Zed Industries
- Ollama
- Linear
- MCP (for agent push notifications)
- Deepgram
- ElevenLabs
FAQ
What is Zeph?
Zeph is a voice-first physical AI interface: a small hardware companion that sits on your desk, paired with a macOS app. You press it to talk to your AI agents or dictate into any app, and the always-on screen shows agent status like rate limits and CI.
How much does Zeph cost?
Zeph One (the device plus macOS companion app) costs $149 as a one-time purchase — there are no subscriptions. The developer SDK is free forever. Team/fleet pricing is scoped through contact with the company.
Is Zeph open source?
The page doesn't claim the product is open source, but it offers a free, open WASM SDK for building sandboxed apps that run on every Zeph device, and maintains a GitHub presence.
Where does Zeph run?
The companion app is available for Mac. The hardware companion runs on ESP32-S3 boards with AMOLED displays (2.16" 480×480 or 1.8" 368×448), which ship from a third-party store.
Does Zeph require a cloud connection?
No. Zeph is local-first and encrypted — audio and state stay on-device by default with no cloud round-trip required. You can also bring your own model or use the cloud if you prefer.
Which AI tools does Zeph work with?
It works with tools you already use, including Claude, Claude Code, Cursor, Google Gemini, GitHub Copilot, Perplexity, Obsidian, Notion, Raycast, Warp, Zed, Ollama, and Linear, with agent pushes handled via MCP.
Can I build apps for Zeph?
Yes. A free SDK lets you build sandboxed WASM apps — a glance, a tool, or a whole app — and one SDK is portable across every Zeph device, with sample apps, docs, and community support included.
Is there a team or fleet option?
Yes, but it's marked 'coming soon.' It will include bulk provisioning, a fleet dashboard, priority support, SSO and policy controls, and guided onboarding; you're asked to contact the company to scope it for your team.
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