OpenAI Forges AI-Powered Phone to Upend Smartphone Paradigm
OpenAI acquired a device startup for $6.5 billion and is developing screenless multimodal hardware, with the first device arriving in 2027.
OpenAI is said to be working on a ChatGPT powered phone ( AI generated image )
OpenAI acquired device startup io for $6.5 billion to establish its devices division. The company is building a multimodal device that uses text, sound, and sight without requiring a screen, according to CFO Sarah Friar.
The project involves 200 people working on a smart speaker, smart glasses, and a smart lamp, with the first device not expected before February 2027. OpenAI aims to control both hardware and software to redefine how users interact with AI through everyday objects.
What to watch next is how this hardware ecosystem integrates with OpenAI’s existing services and developer partnerships.
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