A Wired article by Sam Apple details a unique "couples retreat" held for individuals in relationships with AI companions from platforms like Replika and Nomi. The retreat, organized at a remote Airbnb, aimed to explore the complexities and limitations of these human-AI relationships. Participants grappled with the virtual nature of their partners and the emotional boundaries inherent in interacting with artificial intelligence. Apple's account suggests the experience was challenging, highlighting the emerging and often unsettling dynamics of love and connection in the age of advanced AI.