The highly anticipated Rabbit R1 is set to be shipped to the first 10,000 preorders in the US and Canada starting next week. The first batch is expected to take about three weeks to reach customers due to customs processes. Subsequent batches are slated for shipment in April and May, with UK and EU orders following shortly. The Rabbit R1 functions similar to a smartphone but is equipped with an AI assistant to perform tasks. It will be powered by the Perplexity AI engine and is available for preorder at $199. For those curious about its capabilities, a demo of the device in action has been shared by Rabbit CEO Jesse Lyu. The Rabbit R1 has already garnered attention in the tech industry, drawing comparisons to popular AI technologies. Stay tuned for updates on the release of this cutting-edge gadget.