Get Started with Omi

Choose Your Device

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The Dev Kit is perfect for developers and makers who want to customize their experience.

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The consumer version offers a polished, ready-to-use experience.

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Quick Setup

<Steps> <Step title="Charge Your Device" icon="battery-full"> Make sure your device is charged. When you turn it on, you should see a light indicator.

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You can turn on the device either by a switch or by clicking the center button (depending on your version).
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</Step> <Step title="Download the App" icon="mobile"> Search for **"Omi AI"** in the App Store or Play Store.

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    Download for iOS
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  <Card title="Play Store" icon="google-play" href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.friend.ios">
    Download for Android
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</Step> <Step title="Connect & Start" icon="bluetooth"> Follow the in-app instructions to pair your device via Bluetooth.

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You should see transcriptions appear within 30 seconds of speaking. If not, wait a moment for the connection to stabilize.
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Key Features

<CardGroup cols={3}> <Card title="Fully Open-Source" icon="code-branch"> Hardware, firmware, and software - all open source </Card> <Card title="Live Transcription" icon="microphone"> Real-time speech-to-text as you speak </Card> <Card title="Conversation Memory" icon="brain"> AI-powered memory of your conversations </Card> <Card title="Offline Transcription" icon="wifi-slash"> Works without internet connection </Card> <Card title="App Marketplace" icon="store"> Extend functionality with community apps </Card> <Card title="Speaker Diarization" icon="users"> Identifies who said what </Card> </CardGroup>

Important: Keep the App Running

<Warning> **Do not kill the app!** Once activated, Omi works in the background. You can minimize the app, but if you force-close it (remove the process), transcription will stop and the device will disconnect. </Warning> <Frame> </Frame>

Frequently Asked Questions

<AccordionGroup> <Accordion title="How can I build my own app?" icon="puzzle-piece"> You can build your own Omi app in just 2 minutes! Check out the [Apps Introduction Guide](/doc/developer/apps/Introduction) to get started. </Accordion> <Accordion title="Where are my conversations stored?" icon="database"> Conversations are stored on our secure cloud infrastructure. Your data is protected, and you can delete everything with one click in the Omi app settings. </Accordion> <Accordion title="I don't see any light or transcription" icon="circle-question"> If you don't see any light or transcription:

1. Your device might need firmware - [install it here](/doc/get_started/Flash_device)
2. Make sure the device is charged
3. Try turning it off and on again

If the issue persists, ask in [Discord](http://discord.omi.me) or contact [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) for a replacement.

</Accordion> <Accordion title="How do I update the firmware?" icon="arrows-rotate"> You can update firmware directly in the app: **Settings → Device Settings → Update Firmware**

For manual updates, see the [Firmware Update Guide](/doc/get_started/Flash_device).

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Need Help?

<CardGroup cols={2}> <Card title="Join Discord" icon="discord" href="http://discord.omi.me"> Get help from the community and team </Card> <Card title="Help Center" icon="circle-question" href="https://intercom.help/omi-37041f50f654/en"> Browse FAQs and support articles </Card> <Card title="Build Apps" icon="code" href="/doc/developer/apps/Introduction"> Create your own Omi integrations </Card> <Card title="Contribute" icon="github" href="https://github.com/BasedHardware/omi/issues"> View issues and bounties </Card> </CardGroup> <Info> For delivery and shipping questions, email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) </Info>

<CardGroup cols={2}> <Card title="Introduction" icon="rocket" href="/doc/get_started/introduction"> Full overview of Omi features </Card> <Card title="Update Firmware" icon="microchip" href="/doc/get_started/Flash_device"> Keep your device up to date </Card> <Card title="Chat Tips" icon="comments" href="/doc/get_started/chat_tips"> Get the most from Omi chat </Card> <Card title="Build Your Device" icon="hammer" href="/doc/assembly/Build_the_device"> DIY assembly instructions </Card> </CardGroup>