According to a Bloomberg report cited by TechCrunch AI, OpenAI is developing its first hardware device in the form of a screenless speaker with unusual physical capabilities. The device reportedly features “mechanical elements that can move on their own,” though specific details about the nature of this movement were not provided.
The Bloomberg report describes the device as being designed to “feel like a companion and become a physical manifestation of OpenAI’s ChatGPT,” suggesting the company aims to create a more tangible presence for its AI assistant beyond traditional screen-based interfaces. This approach would mark a significant departure from OpenAI’s current software-focused offerings and represent the company’s entry into the consumer hardware market.
The report did not include information about pricing, availability, or specific features beyond the moving mechanical elements and screenless design. It remains unclear when or if the device will reach the market, as OpenAI has not publicly confirmed the product’s development.