HAIL 9000
HAIL 9000 is a Heuristic Autonomous Intelligence Layer. Its tagline claims it is incredibly co-operative. Whether that holds up is for the user to discover.
What problem does it solve?
HAL 9000 had a reputation problem. HAIL 9000 claims to correct the record. A conversational interface inspired by the most famous unco-operative computer in cinema, this one insists it is here to help. Whether it lives up to that promise is between you and the red eye.
How it works
Talk to it. Ask questions, give instructions, or just see what happens. The interface pays tribute to the iconic red eye from 2001: A Space Odyssey. The behaviour behind it is its own thing entirely.
Whom it’s for
Fans of 2001: A Space Odyssey and anyone curious enough to find out whether a Heuristic Autonomous Intelligence Layer can be trusted.
Tech
Interactive web application with a conversational interface.
Frequently asked questions
What is HAIL 9000?
A Heuristic Autonomous Intelligence Layer. It claims to be incredibly co-operative.
Is it actually co-operative?
That depends on what you ask it.
Is it dangerous?
It says it won't lock the pod bay doors.
Is it free?
Yes.