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OpenAI expands into AI hardware and humanoid robotics

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OpenAI ~~donut‑shaped~~ expands into AI ~~speaker development advances~~ hardware and humanoid robotics

OpenAI ~~continues to refine~~ is expanding its ~~first~~ focus from software into a broader ecosystem of physical AI-enabled devices. In July 2026, CEO Greg Brockman announced plans for a family of smart devices, including a voice-controlled home hub and various accessories, developed in collaboration with Jony Ive’s LoveFrom studio. These devices are intended to provide real-world value through voice interaction while prioritizing user privacy. The flagship consumer ~~hardware,~~ product remains a ~~battery‑powered, donut‑shaped~~ portable, donut-shaped smart speaker ~~about~~ roughly the size of a hockey puck. ~~Co‑designed with Jony Ive’s LoveFrom studio,~~ Designed as an “AI-first computer,” the premium metal unit ~~will~~ is expected to feature a camera, microphones, motion sensors, ~~dynamic LEDs~~ and moving mechanical parts ~~that~~ to signal listening or responding. The device runs the GPT‑Live voice model and is marketed as an “AI‑first computer” that learns user habits, offering natural, human‑like interaction while complementing smartphones. Retail pricing is projected at $300‑$400, placing it in the high‑end smart‑speaker market, with a launch slated interaction. Slated for ~~early 2027 and South Korea confirmed as~~ a ~~testbed. In July 2026 OpenAI introduced~~ 2027 launch with a ~~new ChatGPT Voice feature that enables full‑duplex, real‑time conversation, allowing~~ projected retail price of $300–$400, the ~~model to listen and respond simultaneously and to handle interruptions. The feature is powered by GPT‑Live,~~ device will utilize the GPT-Live voice model. Strategic expansion efforts have also moved into robotics, with ~~complex reasoning delegated to GPT‑5. Alongside~~ CEO Sam Altman signaling the ~~software rollout, OpenAI disclosed a prototype~~ development of ~~a screenless portable speaker that integrates this voice capability~~ humanoid robots for infrastructure and construction before entering the consumer market. This includes ~~cameras~~ the establishment of new labs in San Francisco and ~~additional sensors to better perceive its environment. The~~ Richmond, California. As OpenAI develops these hardware ~~prototype aligns with the previously announced donut‑shaped design~~ and ~~reinforces the partnership~~ robotics initiatives, it faces an ongoing legal dispute with ~~LoveFrom. Apple’s lawsuit alleging~~ Apple regarding alleged misappropriation of ~~trade‑secret designs remains unresolved, with~~ trade secrets and staff poaching. OpenAI ~~maintaining that the product is~~ maintains its hardware designs are wholly new. Simultaneously, the company is preparing to launch Astra, a next-generation flagship model designed to function as an autonomous agent capable of complex task automation.

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