Telecommunications & Media
OpenAI first hardware could be smartphone, mass production rumoured for early 2027
OpenAI may be preparing a ChatGPT-centric smartphone as its first hardware product, according to a projection. MacRumors, cited by The Verge, reported that tipster Ming-Chi Kuo said OpenAI is accelerating development and targeting mass production in early 2027. Kuo also estimated cumulative shipments of about 30 million units in 2027-2028. The report cited a custom chip based on MediaTek\'s Dimensity 9600 and possible premium specifications, while noting details remain unconfirmed.