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Why Meta Bought Limitless

114 Views12 Dec 2025 08:00
TL;DR: The AI pendant category has collapsed, with Humane sold to HP, Friend pivoting to software, and now Limitless getting acqui-hired by Meta, and the chest & neck AI wearable form factor is being absorbed into existing hardware like smart glasses and earbuds rather than surviving as a standalone category. For more, check out our full report on Limitless (dataset)...
What is covered in the Full Insight:
  • Meta's Strategic Acquisition of Limitless
  • Collapse of the AI Pendant Category
  • Market Shift Towards Integrated AI Wearables
  • Competitive Landscape in AI Wearables
  • Future Outlook for AI-Integrated Devices
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