"The first product scheduled to be released is reported to be a smart speaker that would include a camera, allowing it to better absorb information about its users and surroundings. According to a person familiar with the project, this would extend to identifying objects on a nearby table, as well as conversations being held in the vicinity of the speaker. The camera will also support a facial recognition feature similar to Apple's Face ID that would enable users to authenticate purchases."
"Since the partnership was forged, there have already been delays due to technical issues, privacy concerns and logistical issues surrounding the computing power necessary to run a mass-produced AI device. Regardless of the behemoths behind the project, the speaker and other future products may still face a consumer reluctant to buy a product that is always listening to and watching its users."
OpenAI is developing AI-powered devices including smart glasses, a camera-equipped smart speaker, and a smart lamp, supported by a team of over 200 employees. The smart speaker will include a camera to identify nearby objects and conversations and support facial recognition similar to Apple's Face ID to authenticate purchases. The speaker is expected to retail for $200–$300 and could ship in early 2027. Smart glasses are expected later, around 2028, while the smart lamp remains uncertain despite prototypes. OpenAI acquired Jony Ive's AI-focused design firm, positioning him to lead hardware design. Development has faced technical, privacy, and logistical challenges.
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