Dev argues voice or a mechanical keyboard are the only good ways to talk to agents
SimonBalmain · x · 2026-10-22
Simon Balmain observes that only two interaction modes feel right for working with AI agents: voice, or a physical (preferably mechanical) keyboard — and most smartphones are poorly optimized for both. The take highlights a mismatch between current mobile hardware and agent-centric workflows, where long-prompt input on touchscreens remains inefficient.
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