Jon Noble, a user implanted with Neuralink’s N1 chip, has published a detailed report on his 100-day experience. The procedure was performed using a robotic system to insert 1,024 ultra-thin threads into the motor cortex. Following the surgery under general anesthesia, the user was discharged the next day, and the physical recovery process was reportedly completed within a week. Once the system was fully activated, an increase in cognitive activity and improved information processing speed were observed in the subject.
The technology adoption process occurred in several stages. By the second week, the implant was successfully connected to a MacBook, and the user developed the skill to control the cursor solely through thought within minutes. In the third week, more complex actions such as scrolling, clicking, and typing became routine. Notably, despite having no prior experience with macOS, the user reached a professional level of system management through the Brain-Computer Interface (BCI).
By day 80 of the experiment, the scope of use expanded as Jon Noble began playing “World of Warcraft” without any physical peripherals, relying entirely on intention and focus. Following initial difficulties during the synchronization phase, the connection between the brain and the system stabilized. At the end of the 100-day period, it was announced that the technology had fully integrated into the user’s daily lifestyle. These results demonstrate the potential for BCI technologies to rapidly move past initial complexities and become an integral part of human activity.
