OpenAI smart speaker with camera coming in 2027, report
9to5Google • • general
Key Points:
- OpenAI is reportedly developing its first hardware product, a smart speaker expected to launch in early 2027, with over 200 employees dedicated to the project and a price target of $200-$300.
- The smart speaker will feature an on-board camera for gathering information about its surroundings, facial recognition for purchase authentication, and the ability to identify nearby objects and listen to conversations.
- This device, designed in collaboration with ex-Apple designer Jony Ive, aims to offer advanced capabilities compared to competitors like Google's upcoming Home Speaker, which focuses more on upgraded hardware for AI integration.
- OpenAI is also working on other hardware products, including smart glasses and a smart lamp, with additional OpenAI hardware expected to arrive as early as 2026
