Plaud has unveiled its new pocket-sized voice recorder, Plaud Note Pro, equipped with artificial intelligence for recording and processing notes. Retaining the compact form factor of a credit card, the device features significant improvements over previous models in the Note and Note Pin series, according to 9to5Google.

New features of Plaud Note Pro
Plaud Note Pro is designed for professionals who need to quickly and efficiently process audio recordings of meetings, negotiations, or interviews. Key upgrades include:

  • Compact display: The built-in screen shows the current operating mode, recording status, and allows real-time adjustments.
  • Enhanced control button: In addition to starting and stopping recording, it now lets users highlight key moments in long audio files, simplifying later processing.
  • Multimodal AI in the app: The updated companion app supports uploading additional context, including images, expanding the analysis capabilities. Users can select different language models to adapt processing for specific tasks such as transcription, summarization, or identifying key ideas.
  • Four microphones: Unlike the two in the previous model, Note Pro comes with four microphones, enabling clear audio capture from up to 5 meters away.
  • Automatic mode switching: The device automatically switches between recording phone conversations and group meetings.

Technical specifications remain at a high level: the battery provides up to 30 hours of continuous recording (or 60 hours with a 3-meter radius limit), and the 64 GB of built-in storage can hold up to 480 hours of audio.

Price and availability
Plaud Note Pro is available for pre-order at $179. Sales are scheduled to begin in October 2025, alongside the release of the updated 3.0 app. The package includes a free Starter Plan with 300 minutes of transcription per month. For heavier use, paid subscriptions are available, including the Pro Plan at $99 per year (1200 minutes of transcription per month) or one-time packages, such as 6000 minutes for $89.

Why it matters
Plaud Note Pro takes AI-powered recorders to the next level, offering professionals a powerful tool for working with audio recordings. The ability to choose language models and integrate multimodal AI makes it versatile for journalists, businesspeople, students, and anyone needing accurate transcription and analysis. Its compact design and upgraded features — such as highlighting key fragments — simplify working with lengthy recordings, while image support opens up new use cases.

In short…
Plaud Note Pro represents a step forward in the development of AI voice recorders, combining compactness, functionality, and advanced technology. The new display, enhanced control button, and multimodal AI make it a powerful tool for professionals. Priced at around 15,000 rubles, it offers excellent value for those who regularly work with audio recordings. With sales starting in October 2025, Plaud Note Pro has strong potential to become a popular choice among users who value convenience and innovation.