The release date of the new AI device, a joint project between OpenAI, a leading figure in the AI world, and Apple’s legendary designer Jony Ive, may be delayed. According to the Financial Times, several significant “technical issues” arose during the development of the highly anticipated device. This could negatively impact the device’s planned 2026 release date and raise questions about the project’s future.
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Among the issues mentioned in the report is the personality of the AI assistant to be integrated into the device. According to sources, the team is meticulously working on the assistant’s voice and behavior. The goal is to provide an experience that feels like a “friend in computer form,” rather than a “strange AI lover.” Furthermore, potential privacy concerns that could arise from a device constantly listening to its surroundings are among the team’s most pressing challenges.
In addition to technical and ethical issues, the project’s budget also poses another significant challenge. The high processing power required for these devices, which are expected to be produced in millions, significantly increases costs. Information about the device is currently quite limited. According to previous hints from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to employees, the device will be pocket-sized, screenless, and aware of its surroundings.
The commercial failure of similarly conceptual devices like the Humane AI Pin may be prompting OpenAI to take more cautious steps. The challenges faced by these innovative products, intended as alternatives to smartphones, pose a significant obstacle to the project’s success. So, would you consider using an AI assistant that constantly listens to you and doesn’t require a screen? Share your thoughts on this in the comments.
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