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The Decoder @the_decoder · 2026-07-15

OpenAI's first hardware product is a screenless AI speaker designed to feel alive

OpenAI plans to enter hardware with a portable, screenless smart speaker. Equipped with a camera, sensors, and moving mechanical parts, the device is designed as an AI companion that feels "alive." But Apple's trade secrets lawsuit involving OpenAI hardware chief Tang Tan could delay its planned 2027 launch.

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OpenAI is developing a screenless AI speaker with a camera, sensors, and moving parts to make it feel alive, powered by its new GPT-Live voice mode. The device, described as a "new type of home computer," aims to anticipate user needs and control smart home gadgets, with a planned 2027 launch potentially delayed by Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit. OpenAI denies the allegations, calling Apple’s claims meritless.

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