OpenAI to Launch First AI Hardware Device in Late 2026, Designed with Jony Ive

OpenAI plans to unveil its first physical AI device in the latter half of 2026, as confirmed by Chief Global Affairs Officer Chris Lehane. Developed in collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive, the device is expected to be a small, possibly screenless, audio-focused companion that interacts through voice and sound. While details remain limited and timelines tentative, reports suggest it may include features like cameras and projectors, aiming to offer a new interface for AI beyond smartphones.