Developed by Israeli technology firm LifeBeam, Vi is a personal training product driven by artificial intelligence (AI).

The product is designed to harness the user’s data to provide customised two-way fitness coaching.

Part fitness tracker, part smartwatch, part PT, Vi applies AI to the user’s workout data, biometrics and goals to coach them through tailored workout plans.

It will also adapt these plans according to terrain, weather and location.

As well as talking to its owner, Vi can also play their favourite music (via Spotify and Apple Music) through its Harman/Kardon-designed headphones – and even enable the receiving of phone calls.

The product contains a string of sensors and is worn around the neck, attached to two headphones – which relay workout feedback from Vi – and a microphone for the user to speak to her.

It also communicates with the user via text message, asking for feedback on mood, sleep quality and body condition, as well as sending motivational notes.

Vi is set to hit the market later this year, after LifeBeam’s Kickstarter campaign to secure funding smashed past its US$100,000 target in just 90 minutes.