"OpenAI is betting big on audio AI, and it's not just about making ChatGPT sound better. According to new reporting from The Information, the company has unified several engineering, product, and research teams over the past two months to overhaul its audio models, all in preparation for an audio-first personal device expected to launch in about a year. The move reflects where the entire tech industry is headed - toward a future where screens become background noise and audio takes center stage."
"The makers of the Humane AI Pin burned through hundreds of millions before their screenless wearable became a cautionary tale. The Friend AI pendant, a necklace that records your life and offers companionship, has sparked privacy concerns and existential dread in equal measure. And now at least two companies, including Sandbar and one helmed by Pebble founder Eric Migicovsky, are building AI rings expected to debut in 2026, allowing wearers to literally talk to the hand."
OpenAI consolidated engineering, product, and research teams to overhaul its audio models and prepare an audio-first personal device expected to launch in about a year. The tech industry is shifting toward audio as a primary interface, with smart speakers widespread and companies adding directional listening and conversational audio features to wearables and vehicles. Google, Meta, and Tesla are expanding audio-driven experiences, while startups pursue screenless wearables and AI companions. High-profile failures and privacy concerns have accompanied the push, but multiple companies continue developing novel form factors like AI rings and pendant devices that prioritize voice interaction.
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