About us
✦ The Ethos of Companion, TheCube
We live in a world full of half-baked smart devices and algorithmically polite assistants—locked down, boxed in, and built far away from the people who use them. At Companion, TheCube, we believe there's a better way.
We are not a mega-corp. We are not VC-backed. We are a community of builders, tinkerers, artists, coders, and dreamers. We believe the future of technology should be open, hackable, expressive, and fun. So we are building it together.
TheCube is not just a product. It’s a project—an experiment in shared ownership, radical transparency, and joyful engineering. Every line of code, every piece of hardware, every oddball topper or software module is part of an ecosystem designed not just to function, but to invite you in.
We release our schematics. We open our firmware. We don’t just allow modification—we celebrate it. If something doesn’t work yet, we figure it out together. If you find a bug or dream up a new feature, you’re not a customer filing a ticket—you’re a collaborator shaping the future of the platform.
This is the ethos:
Build boldly. Share openly. Iterate fast. Invite others. Never be afraid of the unknown.
We are not experts in everything. We are figuring it out as we go. But we do not hesitate. We do not wait until we’re ready—because done is better than perfect. We ship. We improve. We learn.
We believe devices should feel alive. They should have personality. They should help you stay organized, stay curious, and stay human. They should grow with you—not get obsolete. And they should be made with care, transparency, and trust.
We’re not just making desktop companions. We’re forging a new way to build technology—where the boundary between creator and user dissolves, where ideas become contributions, and where anyone with a keyboard or soldering iron or 3D printer can leave their mark.
This is a journey into uncharted territory. But we go together.
With grit. With joy. With purpose.
And with you.
Welcome to the conversation.
Our mission
We build privacy-first AI hardware that empowers people to reclaim control of their digital lives—starting with TheCube.
Why We Built It
We were tired of "smart" devices that felt more invasive than helpful. So we set out to build something different—an assistant you can trust, shape, and enjoy. What started as a side project quickly became a mission.
Where We're Headed
We envision Companion, TheCube becoming a community. It should be more than a brand—it should be a movement for open innovation, shared creativity, and meaningful connection. A place where developers, makers, artists, and everyday users come together to build something better: tools that respect privacy, adapt to real life, and inspire joy.
TheCube is just the beginning. From new hardware modules to powerful integrations and expressive personalities, we’re building an ecosystem that grows with your imagination. And because it’s open-source at its core, anyone can contribute—whether you’re writing code, designing toppers, or dreaming up the next must-have app.
This isn’t just our project—it’s yours too.