Captain LagbeardIn a classic case of “big fish eats little fish,” HP has officially acquired Humane for a whopping $116 million.
But if you thought this was just another corporate love story, think again—because Humane’s AI Pin is about to get the Thanos snap treatment.
That’s right, folks. The futuristic wearable that promised to be your pocket-sized AI assistant is being sent straight to the tech graveyard.
The Humane AI Pin Shutdown—It’s Not You, It’s Them
According to an official support page (Humane Support), Humane’s AI Pins will officially lose server connectivity at 12 PM PST on Friday, February 28.
And without that connection? Say goodbye to calling, messaging, AI queries, and basically any feature that made it more than an expensive paperweight.
If you’re an Ai Pin owner, this is your final boarding call to back up your data and rescue anything stored on the .Center platform before it disappears into the digital void.
Humane has also confirmed that it will permanently delete all user data from its servers after February 28. No second chances, no take-backs.
Refunds? There’s a Catch
For those feeling heartbroken (or just financially wounded), Humane has a tiny consolation prize: a refund—but only if you purchased your Ai Pin within the 90-day return window from the original shipment date.
And you need to act fast—refund requests must be filed by February 27. So, if you’re looking for a refund, now is the time to channel your inner speed demon.
What’s HP Really Getting in This Deal?
HP isn’t just buying a failed wearable; they’re making moves to integrate Humane’s CosmOS platform into their ecosystem.
That means future PCs, printers, and even conference rooms might get an AI-powered makeover (because nothing says “future of tech” like a sentient printer that knows when you’re out of ink before you do).
Additionally, HP is absorbing Humane’s team, including its engineers, architects, and product innovators.
These folks will be shipped off to HP’s AI innovation lab, where they will presumably work on creating the next generation of AI-driven tech—hopefully something that won’t need a funeral after a few months.
The Takeaway
While HP’s acquisition of Humane is undoubtedly a big move in the AI world, the real headline here is the death of the Ai Pin.
If you own one, consider it an endangered species. Back up your data, file your refund, and maybe start shopping for a new AI assistant that won’t ghost you in a few months.
For more details, you can check out the official announcement (Humane Media). Meanwhile, pour one out for the Ai Pin—it had a good (but very short) run.
