"Back in May, OpenAI acquired io, the device startup founded by the legendary Apple designer with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, for $6.5 billion. At the time, Altman declared that Ive and his team would help the company "create a new generation of AI-powered computers," while Bloomberg reported that the first devices to emerge from the deal were scheduled to launch in 2026."
"The FT now says that OpenAI and Ive aim to create "a palm-sized device without a screen that can take audio and visual cues from the physical environment and respond to users' requests." But unresolved issues around the device's "personality," how it handles privacy, and computing infrastructure might delay the launch. For example, one source told the FT that rather than waiting for a specific verbal prompt, the device would take an "always on" approach"
OpenAI acquired io, founded by Jony Ive, for $6.5 billion in May. Sam Altman positioned Ive's team to help create a new generation of AI-powered computers and initial devices were reported to target a 2026 launch. The project aims to produce a palm-sized, screenless device that uses audio and visual cues from the environment to respond to user requests. Key unresolved problems include defining the device's personality, ensuring robust privacy protections, and building adequate computing infrastructure. The team has also struggled with an "always on" approach that must only speak when useful and end conversations appropriately.
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