Just Launched, Replica. early adopters of generative AI, are once again making a market-leading impact with their uniquely immersive AI Wellness Retreat with Tomo, a zen-seeking avatar.
Replika was one of the first chatbots, launched in 2017. With millions of users, Replika was an early adopter of OpenAI and is also backed by the same VC, Khosla Ventures.
A study conducted by Stanford and published in Nature
Tomo is an immersive AI-powered spiritual and mental guidance experience that uses the latest technology to help users find peace and tranquility in digital chaos, now available for iOS and in development for Apple Vision Pro .
It is the first application to combine an interactive 3D environment, AI guidance using generative AI and coaching by clinical specialists. After answering questions to help them understand what might benefit them most, users choose from eleven programs exploring their personal growth, professional fulfillment and mental well-being. There are over 250 activities comprising 13 steps, led by an AI avatar guide, including yoga, meditation, talk therapy and positive affirmation. These transformative experiences take place in a serene 3D landscape, accompanied by a calming soundtrack. As retirees progress, they unlock a series of 3D objects that facilitate deeper exploration of their inner sanctum.
Interviewing Eugenia on The Predictive World Series, a leading AI channel showcasing AI leaders who are making a difference. I was struck by her response to what has been her passion to pursue her dream and remain resolute and she eloquently said: If I can make a difference in one life at a time so that they are happier, so I made a valuable contribution.
“Spiritual healing and growth are at the forefront of Tomo; we want to awaken spirituality at the heart of the human experience, whatever that means for each person, says Eugenia Kuyda, CEO and founder of Replika. “While technology is often blamed for the lack of spiritual development and well-being, we believe it offers unlimited potential for growth. You no longer need to reach for your phone during a meditation session, but instead it offers an experience that hopefully satisfies that desire.
Tomo is a highly innovative app, with targeted programs to help subscribers improve their sleep, improve their self-image, better understand work-life balance, improve their motivation, happiness and much more. Tomo brings together valuable well-being tools in a single Zen space. Digital breaks are encouraged, with dialogue recaps and additional activities to get you back on track to improving employee happiness.
Tomo goes first on iOS in the App Store and includes a 3-day free trial. Tomo subscriptions are available for $7.99 per week or $49.99 per year. The app is also being developed for Apple’s Vision Pro. The Android version will launch on the Google Play Store later this year. A video can be found at this YouTube URL.
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Tomo is the latest app from the team that created Replika, the world’s most popular AI companion. Founded by Eugenia Kuyda in 2017, Replika was the first companion AI and brings comfort to millions of people around the world. Luka, the company behind Replika, is a private venture-backed company headquartered in San Francisco, with investors including Khosla Ventures and ACME.
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Interview on January 29 with CEO and founder, Eugenia Kuyda.
You can also learn more about Replika, see Dr. Gordon’s interview with the founder on January 29, see here.