Friend, a company that previously promoted artificial companionship, has relaunched its AI pendant with a new feature: a speaker that allows users to interact with the device. The updated pendant is now available at a higher price point than its predecessor. The company's previous efforts included a significant advertising campaign and the acquisition of the domain name friend.com. Details about the updated pendant's capabilities and features are currently limited. The relaunch of Friend's AI pendant is notable in the context of the growing interest in AI-powered devices.