Greg Brockman told Joanna Stern on her YouTube channel that OpenAI is building a family of devices for interacting with its AI models. He did not confirm reports suggesting a smart speaker launch in 2027 or earlier rumours of a wearable similar to the Humane AI pin. Brockman declined to give a release date, only stating that users can expect them soon. When asked if Apple’s lawsuit against OpenAI could impact the project, he indicated the company remains focused on its own development path despite the legal challenges involving former Apple designer Jony Ive.
This shift signals a move beyond pure software integration toward dedicated hardware ecosystems. Controlling the physical interface allows OpenAI to shape how users interact with its models directly. The company aims to define the standard for AI interaction rather than relying on third-party platforms.
* OpenAI is developing a suite of hardware rather than a single device.
* Specific product forms and release dates remain undisclosed.
* The project proceeds independently of the ongoing legal dispute with Apple.
