Humane, the AI hardware startup founded by ex-Apple designers, is seeking a buyer after its AI Pin's lukewarm debut, according to a source familiar with the matter.
The company is currently in talks with HP and other firms, including more than one telecom company, the source told CNBC.
Humane has hired investment bank Tidal Partners to advise on a potential deal, the source said.
The AI Pin costs $699 and requires a $24 monthly data subscription to T-Mobile .
But when Humane sent the AI Pin to gadget reviewers in April, it was met with a tepid reception, with many calling it untrustworthy and not very useful.
Persons:
Sam Altman, Marc Benioff
Organizations:
Apple, HP, CNBC, Humane, Partners, The New York Times, Microsoft, Tiger Global