Last Words
“It’s not a phone. It’s not a watch. It’s a pin.” (But it’s not useful either.)
Raised
$230 million — beamed away by bad PR and worse UX
Cause of Death
A $699 wearable… that nobody wanted.
Notable twist
Raised $230M. Sold to HP for $116M after poor reviews.
Details
Pitch: “The AI Pin to replace your smartphone.”
Humane aimed to revolutionize personal tech with its AI Pin—a wearable device meant to replace smartphones. Despite massive hype and investor backing, poor UX and harsh reviews led to dismal sales. HP acquired Humane’s assets in 2025, but the product lives on more as a meme than a milestone.
