OpenAI Plans Donut-Shaped Screenless AI Speaker Launching in 2027

OpenAI’s first consumer hardware is a donut-shaped, screenless smart speaker launching in 2027. Priced over $300, it aims to differentiate from rivals amid ongoing IP disputes with Apple.

Woofun AI reports that OpenAI’s inaugural consumer-grade device will be a donut-shaped smart speaker without a display, scheduled for release in 2027. The hardware, roughly the size of a hockey puck, features movable parts to enhance personality and is designed for one-handed portability. Pricing is expected to exceed $300. This launch serves as a strategic entry into the hardware market, positioning the device as an AI-centric computer to compete with Amazon and Google. The screenless form factor addresses privacy concerns associated with always-on devices like smart glasses, potentially aiding consumer trust. This move also allows OpenAI to demonstrate independent design capabilities while navigating a legal dispute with Apple regarding intellectual property misappropriation claims.