Sam Altman's OpenAI to unveil its first AI device in the second half of 2026

ponzi_poet · 2026-01-28T13:10:25+00:00

OpenAI plans to unveil its first AI hardware product in the second half of 2026, following the acquisition of Johnny Ive's company io. This move indicates a strategy shift towards physical devices, featuring a minimalist design for user interaction with AI.

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2026-01-28 13:10:25

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According to recent reports, OpenAI is planning to launch its first AI hardware product in the second half of next year. According to a report by PANews on January 19, Chris LeHane, OpenAI’s policy officer, mentioned this, and the project led by CEO Sam Altman is part of the company’s strategy to expand its AI ecosystem into the hardware domain.

Hardware capabilities expanded through the acquisition of Johnny Ive’s io

Since Sam Altman’s OpenAI acquired Johnny Ive’s AI hardware company io, known for its legendary designer at Apple, the company has begun developing devices in earnest. This acquisition was a decisive move showing OpenAI’s intention to shift from a software-centric approach to entering the physical product market. LeHane expects the first product to be announced by the end of 2026, but the actual sales start date has not yet been determined.

The true nature of the minimal AI device hinted at by Sam Altman

Sam Altman has repeatedly hinted that he is developing a simple AI device without a screen. This minimal device is expected to be the first attempt to physically realize OpenAI’s AI technology, designed to allow users to interact naturally with AI. Specific features or specifications have not yet been disclosed, but the full details of the product are expected to be revealed through an official announcement in the second half of 2026.

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