OpenAI is steps closer to designing the iPhone of AI with Jony Ive
Feb 04, 2025 - digitaltrends.com
OpenAI is exploring a potential collaboration with former Apple Design Chief Jony Ive to develop next-generation AI hardware, possibly including an AI-focused smartphone. This partnership aims to create a computing experience that is less socially disruptive than current devices. OpenAI has filed trademarks for various AI-assisted hardware and is building a robotics team, with SoftBank investing in the company, reminiscent of its early involvement with the iPhone. Speculations suggest that the collaboration could lead to significant technological disruption akin to the original iPhone's impact.
Additionally, OpenAI recently held a "12 Days of OpenAI" event, unveiling new features and models for its ChatGPT ecosystem. Key announcements included the introduction of the o1 reasoning model and the upcoming o3 model, which bypasses the o2 naming to avoid copyright issues. OpenAI also opened developer access to the full o1 model, available to select users, though at a higher cost due to its computational demands.
Key takeaways:
OpenAI is exploring a collaboration with former Apple Design Chief Jony Ive to develop next-gen AI hardware.
OpenAI has filed a trademark associating its brand with various AI-assisted hardware products, including smartwatches and VR headsets.
Speculations suggest OpenAI might develop an AI-focused smartphone with Jony Ive, aiming for a more intuitive user experience.
OpenAI announced its o1 reasoning model and teased its next-generation o3 model during its "12 Days of OpenAI" event.
