May 22nd.OpenAI may be working on an AI device that's very different from what's come before, according to the Wall Street Journal, which reports that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman (Sam Altman) revealed to employees on Wednesday that the company's next major product will be a small, screenless device that is fully aware of the user's surroundings. The device, which is small enough to fit on a desk or in a pocket, theAltman describes it as the same as the MacBook Pro and the iPhone Juxtaposed "third core equipment"and at the same time is integrated into everyday life."AI Companion”.
The news comes hot on the heels of OpenAI's announcement that it is acquiring startup io in an equity deal for $6.5 billion (note: current exchange rate is about Rs. 46.81 billion). io was founded last year by former Apple Chief Designer Jony Ive, who will take on a key creative and design role at OpenAI. The acquisition is expected to create a whole new category of devices for the company, Oltman told employees thatDifferentiate from existing products on the market such as handheld devices, wearables or eyewearand ultimately add up to $1 trillion to the company's market capitalization.
Altman emphasized the importance of secrecy to prevent competitors from copying his products before they are released, but a recording of his remarks on this occasion was leaked to the Wall Street Journal.