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OpenAI is reportedly working on an AI-powered hardware device with former Apple designer Jony Ive. Previously, the device was expected to be a smartphone, but the latest reports suggest that it could be a screenless smart speaker that may rival Amazon\u2019s Alexa devices.<\/p>
According to a Bloomberg report, OpenAI is in the early stages of developing a portable smart speaker, which is touted as a \u201chumanlike AI companion\u201d for the home. The device may allow users to interact with ChatGPT or other OpenAI models using voice commands.<\/p>
Must read:\u00a0OpenAI rejects Apple’s trade secret theft claims, says ‘no evidence’ supports lawsuit<\/strong><\/p> OpenAI\u2019s smart speaker: What to expect?<\/strong><\/p> Unlike traditional smart speakers such as Amazon Echo or Google Nest, OpenAI’s smart speaker is expected to have a distinct \u201cpersonality\u201d to make interactions feel more natural. The device is said to gradually learn about its owner over time, including their preferences, habits, and routines, to offer personalised assistance.<\/p> In addition, the speaker may also access users’ information like emails and other information to understand context and provide more relevant responses. The report also suggests that the speaker may include moving mechanical parts that may allow it to move physically. The device is expected to offer portability, and it may also include a camera and other sensors.<\/p> Must read:\u00a0What is ‘LOL’ access? 3 trade secrets Apple says a former engineer took to OpenAI<\/strong><\/p> The aim of the speaker is to provide a companion rather than just a voice assistant, and serve as a physical version of ChatGPT.<\/p> How OpenAI\u2019s smart speaker can rival Amazon\u2019s Alexa<\/strong><\/p> If OpenAI launches a smart speaker, it could rival several existing smart home speakers like Amazon’s Echo lineup, Google Nest speakers, and Apple’s HomePod. As per reports, the OpenAI device is said to be less of a voice remote and more of an always-on AI companion.<\/p> OpenAI\u2019s smart speaker is said to offer ChatGPT-style reasoning, a camera, and proactive context awareness, whereas Alexa+ is built around conversational AI and Amazon\u2019s device ecosystem.<\/p> It is said to be an observe-and-assist companion, whereas Amazon\u2019s Alexa is built around command-response functionality. If OpenAI nails natural conversation and memory, it could come as a very compelling smart speaker option in the market.\u00a0<\/p> However, Amazon has a deeper ecosystem with Alexa Echo devices and Alexa+. It can handle multi-turn conversations, smart home control, calendars, reservations, rides, and shopping integrations, and it already has a trusted user base. Therefore, OpenAI may have to bring unique AI capabilities and a seamless ecosystem to compete.\u00a0 OpenAI, OpenAI hardware device, OpenAI smart speaker, Amazon Alexa, smart speaker, AI smart speaker, Alexa+, OpenAI portable speaker, OpenAI consumer device, ChatGPT#OpenAI039s #device #isn039t #phone #moving #smart #speaker #rival #Amazon #Alexa1784095191<\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" OpenAI is reportedly working on an AI-powered hardware device with former Apple designer Jony Ive. Previously, the device was expected to be a smartphone, but the latest reports suggest that it could be a screenless smart speaker that may rival Amazon\u2019s Alexa devices. 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