Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
OpenAI’s hardware ambitions are finally coming into focus. New reports reveal an AI-powered phone, a screenless smart companion device designed with former Apple design chief Jony Ive, and a growing lineup of AI hardware that could directly challenge Apple’s future products.
In this video, I break down everything we know about OpenAI’s upcoming hardware, including the rumored AI phone, smart speaker, smart glasses, custom chips, launch timelines, pricing, and why Apple is taking the threat seriously. We’ll also cover Ming-Chi Kuo’s latest reports, Sam Altman’s vision for AI devices, OpenAI’s massive hiring spree of former Apple engineers, and Apple’s ongoing legal battle over alleged trade secrets.
Could an AI-first phone replace the traditional smartphone? And is this the biggest challenge the iPhone has ever faced?
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OpenAI’s hardware ambitions are finally coming into focus. New reports reveal an AI-powered phone, a screenless smart companion device designed with former Apple design chief Jony Ive, and a growing lineup of AI hardware that could directly challenge Apple’s future products.
In this video, I break down everything we know about OpenAI’s upcoming hardware, including the rumored AI phone, smart speaker, smart glasses, custom chips, launch timelines, pricing, and why Apple is taking the threat seriously. We’ll also cover Ming-Chi Kuo’s latest reports, Sam Altman’s vision for AI devices, OpenAI’s massive hiring spree of former Apple engineers, and Apple’s ongoing legal battle over alleged trade secrets.
Could an AI-first phone replace the traditional smartphone? And is this the biggest challenge the iPhone has ever faced?
If you enjoy Apple news, AI, and the latest tech rumors, be sure to subscribe for more coverage.
📲 Read more:
macrumors.com/2026/07/28/openai-first-devices
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𝕏: twitter.com/danbarbera
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TikTok: tiktok.com/@macrumors
Dan's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/danbarbera1
🎙️ Follow The MacRumors Show Podcast: youtube.com/@TheMacRumorsShow
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