Violoop: External AI Power for Your Existing Laptop

Violoop unveiled a new hardware AI agent at IFA 2026, offering a solution for running advanced AI tasks on older laptops. This external device connects to a user's computer, handling AI processing externally to avoid draining battery or requiring costly hardware upgrades.

The agent is screen-aware, understanding display context to assist with tasks like filling in addresses or summarizing documents. It builds a continuous memory graph, learning user workflows and preferences over time for personalized assistance. Privacy is addressed with a local-first approach, processing screen data on the device without cloud transmission.

Violoop features an 8-billion-parameter AI model with 26 TOPS of performance. For cloud interactions, it sends only necessary information. A dedicated security processor and a physical approval button enhance security for sensitive tasks. The device supports Windows and macOS, aiming for plug-and-play setup.

The Violoop hardware AI agent will launch on Kickstarter for $399 on September 15, 2026, with shipping expected mid-October. Following this initial period, its wider availability price is set at $799.