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Jony Ive and OpenAI to Launch Smart Speaker
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- →OpenAI's entry into hardware could diversify its product offerings.
- →The collaboration with Jony Ive suggests a focus on innovative design.
- →The device's advanced interactivity could set a new standard for smart speakers.
OpenAI is collaborating with former Apple designer Jony Ive to create a new smart speaker, expected to launch in 2027. The device is described as doughnut-shaped, battery-powered, and roughly the size of a hockey puck, with a price tag over $300. It will feature moving parts and advanced sensors for enhanced interactivity, distinguishing it from typical smart speakers. This development signals OpenAI's entry into the hardware market, potentially leading to a series of AI-driven devices.
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