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 Science fiction is becoming science fact. At Microsoft Build 2026 , the company unveiled two Project Solara concept devices — including a wearable AI badge for office workers who use AI agents during the day. TechRepublic This is not a smartwatch or a phone. It is a tiny, powerful AI computer you wear like your office access card. What Is the Microsoft AI Badge? The badge includes a touch screen, camera, and fingerprint scanner . Microsoft described Project Solara as a "chip-to-cloud platform" designed for "agent-first experiences" and new device form factors. TechRepublic The second Project Solara device is a small desk display that can surface Microsoft 365 information and respond to voice input — imagine a smart assistant sitting on your desk, always ready. How Does It Work? The wearable badge connects to Microsoft's cloud AI infrastructure. The built-in camera allows AI agents to understand your physical environment — what you are looking at, where ...