OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced a new AI‑first device, describing its use as "sitting in the most beautiful cabin by a lake" that offers calm amid the clutter of phones and apps. While the vision emphasizes serenity, critics argue the device’s context‑aware capabilities require continuous monitoring of a user’s location, speech, habits and moods, effectively turning it into an all‑encompassing observer. The debate centers on the trade‑off between convenience and privacy, with concerns that the promised peace may mask pervasive data collection and potential misuse of personal information. Leer más →

OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman described a forthcoming AI hardware device as a simple, peaceful alternative to today’s distraction‑filled gadgets. Developed with former Apple chief designer Jony Ive, the prototype aims to feel like “sitting in a beautiful cabin by a lake,” offering contextual awareness and trusted, long‑term assistance. Altman contrasted the envisioned experience with the noisy, notification‑driven environment of current smartphones, while Ive emphasized the device’s intuitive, almost naïve simplicity. The collaboration seeks to bring sophisticated AI to consumers in a form that feels natural and unobtrusive. Leer más →

OpenAI’s partnership with designer Jony Ive is encountering technical hurdles that could delay the launch of their anticipated AI hardware, slated for sometime in 2026. Issues include defining the assistant’s voice and personality, addressing privacy concerns of a constantly listening device, and managing budget pressures tied to the required computing power. CEO Sam Altman has hinted at a pocket-sized, display‑free form factor, but the project remains in flux as the team works through these challenges, especially after the market disappointment of similar products like the Humane AI Pin. Leer más →

Rabbit released a major software update, RabbitOS 2, for its AI‑focused R1 device. The upgrade redesigns the touchscreen interface, adds offline voice‑memo transcription, and introduces Creations—a tool that lets users describe an app and have the device’s AI, Intern, code it. Creations can be shared via Rabbithole or QR codes, sidestepping a conventional app store. CEO Jesse Lyu framed the rollout as a chance for a second chance after the R1’s rocky launch, while noting competition from rivals like Nothing and OpenAI’s recent hardware moves. Leer más →

Rabbit Inc. announced a major software overhaul for its R1 AI device, introducing RabbitOS 2, a touch‑centric operating system that reshapes the user interface and adds new capabilities. Founder and CEO Jesse Lyu acknowledged previous shortcomings and highlighted the shift from a voice‑only experience to a hybrid touch and voice model, including on‑screen conversation flow, mute buttons, and a tile‑based app launcher. The update also brings the Creations feature, allowing users to generate custom code and share creations. The move aims to address criticism about the device’s utility in a smartphone‑dominated market in which dedicated AI gadgets have struggled to find a clear niche. Leer más →

Rabbit Inc. announced a major software overhaul for its R1 AI device, introducing RabbitOS 2, a touch‑centric operating system that reshapes the user interface and adds new capabilities. Founder and CEO Jesse Lyu acknowledged previous shortcomings and highlighted the shift from a voice‑only experience to a hybrid touch and voice model, including on‑screen conversation flow, mute buttons, and a tile‑based app launcher. The update also brings the Creations feature, allowing users to generate custom code and share creations. The move aims to address criticism about the device’s utility in a smartphone‑dominated market in which dedicated AI gadgets have struggled to find a clear niche. Leer más →

Rabbit Inc. announced a major software overhaul for its R1 AI device, introducing RabbitOS 2, a touch‑centric operating system that reshapes the user interface and adds new capabilities. Founder and CEO Jesse Lyu acknowledged previous shortcomings and highlighted the shift from a voice‑only experience to a hybrid touch and voice model, including on‑screen conversation flow, mute buttons, and a tile‑based app launcher. The update also brings the Creations feature, allowing users to generate custom code and share creations. The move aims to address criticism about the device’s utility in a smartphone‑dominated market in which dedicated AI gadgets have struggled to find a clear niche. Leer más →

Rabbit Inc. announced a major software overhaul for its R1 AI device, introducing RabbitOS 2, a touch‑centric operating system that reshapes the user interface and adds new capabilities. Founder and CEO Jesse Lyu acknowledged previous shortcomings and highlighted the shift from a voice‑only experience to a hybrid touch and voice model, including on‑screen conversation flow, mute buttons, and a tile‑based app launcher. The update also brings the Creations feature, allowing users to generate custom code and share creations. The move aims to address criticism about the device’s utility in a smartphone‑dominated market in which dedicated AI gadgets have struggled to find a clear niche. Leer más →

Rabbit Inc. announced a major software overhaul for its R1 AI device, introducing RabbitOS 2, a touch‑centric operating system that reshapes the user interface and adds new capabilities. Founder and CEO Jesse Lyu acknowledged previous shortcomings and highlighted the shift from a voice‑only experience to a hybrid touch and voice model, including on‑screen conversation flow, mute buttons, and a tile‑based app launcher. The update also brings the Creations feature, allowing users to generate custom code and share creations. The move aims to address criticism about the device’s utility in a smartphone‑dominated market in which dedicated AI gadgets have struggled to find a clear niche. Leer más →