OpenAI is preparing to announce its first hardware product in the second half of the year, with reports suggesting the device will be earbuds codenamed “Sweet Pea.” The wearable is expected to feature a custom 2‑nanometer processor that handles AI tasks locally, and the company is weighing manufacturing partners such as Luxshare and Foxconn. OpenAI aims to ship tens of millions of units in the first year, seeking greater control over the distribution of its ChatGPT assistant while facing integration challenges with existing ecosystems. Read more →