
OpenAI is reportedly developing a high-end AI smart speaker, expected to sell for $300 to $400. The device, designed in partnership with Jony Ive's LoveFrom studio, will be donut-shaped and constructed from premium materials. This marks OpenAI's entry into the hardware market, aiming to embed ChatGPT more deeply into users' lives. However, the company faces legal challenges from Apple, which accuses OpenAI of stealing trade secrets. The speaker is anticipated to launch in 2027.
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