Opal, the San Francisco startup behind premium webcams, is developing an AI-powered audio device. The effort follows major investments from OpenAI and Samsung.
Opal, a small San Francisco startup, built its reputation on well-designed webcams. The company has pivoted to other consumer electronics and plans to release an AI audio gadget first. Funding from OpenAI and Samsung supports the new direction as Opal seeks to become a player in AI hardware.
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Google is rolling out its Gemini AI model more widely, with new features for smart home devices and on-device use in Chrome.
Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that OpenAI is developing a smartphone featuring AI agents to replace traditional apps. The device would involve partnerships with MediaTek, Qualcomm for chip design, and Luxshare for manufacturing. Specifications and suppliers are expected to be finalized by late 2026 or early 2027, with production in 2028.
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OpenAI is fast-tracking production of an AI-focused smartphone, with mass production set to begin in the first half of 2027. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts the company could manufacture 30 million units over 2027 and 2028. The device aims to use AI agents in place of traditional apps.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced during the company's first-quarter earnings call that it is developing personal AI agents for its smart glasses and business use. The agents aim to help users achieve personal goals and assist entrepreneurs. This builds on the newly released Muse Spark model from Meta's AI lab.
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Google and Samsung have partnered with South Korean eyewear label Gentle Monster to release smart glasses this fall. The collaboration combines fashion design with artificial intelligence features powered by Google.
Thiruvananthapuram-based Netrasemi has launched A2000, India's first AI system-on-chip. The chip completed laboratory testing and is set for volume production in 2027.