The AI Pin, which requires a monthly subscription, uses Humane's own operating system, CosmOS, and a network of AI models for voice queries and camera analysis. However, the device has been criticized for its underdeveloped software, poor battery life, and overheating issues. Despite these challenges, potential buyers for Humane are limited, given the high asking price and the unclear value of Humane's intellectual property to major tech companies' AI efforts.
Key takeaways:
- Humane, the startup behind the AI Pin wearable computer, is reportedly seeking a buyer for its business, with a price range of $750 million to $1 billion.
- The AI Pin, which was developed by former Apple employees, has been criticized for slow responses, poor user experience, and hardware issues such as poor battery life and overheating.
- Despite these issues, Humane has raised $230 million from investors, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and was valued at $850 million in 2023.
- The list of potential buyers for Humane is considered small, with tech giants like Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft being potential candidates, although it's unclear how much value Humane's intellectual property would add to their ongoing AI efforts.