OpenAI is merging engineering, product, and research groups into a single initiative aimed at advancing its audio language models. The company plans to announce a new audio‑focused model in the first quarter of 2026 and hopes improved performance will encourage more users to adopt voice interfaces. The effort also includes a roadmap for a family of hardware devices centered on audio, with concepts ranging from smart speakers to audio‑enabled glasses. By prioritizing audio over visual screens, OpenAI seeks to expand AI use into new environments such as vehicles. Leia mais →

OpenAI is reportedly developing a new AI‑powered hardware device that could take the form of a smart pen. The project, internally dubbed “Gumdrop,” is linked to former Apple design chief Jony Ive and may shift manufacturing from Luxshare to Foxconn. Tips suggest the pen would feature always‑on listening and ChatGPT assistance, while other concepts such as a wearable pin and smart speaker have also been mentioned. CEO Sam Altman has described the envisioned experience as “a cabin by a lake,” indicating a calm, background‑focused interaction. Leia mais →

OpenAI is developing a range of AI-enabled hardware, including smart glasses, a digital voice recorder, a wearable pin, and a smart speaker without a display. The company is partnering with manufacturers such as Luxshare and Goertek—suppliers also used by Apple—and has attracted former Apple executives, including Jony Ive, to the effort. A launch is targeted for late 2026 or early 2027, with the possibility that a single device will debut first. The goal is to create accessories that complement existing phones, tablets and laptops rather than replace them, learning from earlier AI gadgets that saw limited success. Leia mais →

OpenAI is developing a range of AI-enabled hardware, including smart glasses, a digital voice recorder, a wearable pin, and a smart speaker without a display. The company is partnering with manufacturers such as Luxshare and Goertek—suppliers also used by Apple—and has attracted former Apple executives, including Jony Ive, to the effort. A launch is targeted for late 2026 or early 2027, with the possibility that a single device will debut first. The goal is to create accessories that complement existing phones, tablets and laptops rather than replace them, learning from earlier AI gadgets that saw limited success. Leia mais →

OpenAI is developing a range of AI-enabled hardware, including smart glasses, a digital voice recorder, a wearable pin, and a smart speaker without a display. The company is partnering with manufacturers such as Luxshare and Goertek—suppliers also used by Apple—and has attracted former Apple executives, including Jony Ive, to the effort. A launch is targeted for late 2026 or early 2027, with the possibility that a single device will debut first. The goal is to create accessories that complement existing phones, tablets and laptops rather than replace them, learning from earlier AI gadgets that saw limited success. Leia mais →

OpenAI is developing a range of AI-enabled hardware, including smart glasses, a digital voice recorder, a wearable pin, and a smart speaker without a display. The company is partnering with manufacturers such as Luxshare and Goertek—suppliers also used by Apple—and has attracted former Apple executives, including Jony Ive, to the effort. A launch is targeted for late 2026 or early 2027, with the possibility that a single device will debut first. The goal is to create accessories that complement existing phones, tablets and laptops rather than replace them, learning from earlier AI gadgets that saw limited success. Leia mais →

Google is rolling out a refreshed Nest lineup that adds Gemini conversational AI, higher‑resolution 2K cameras, a streamlined Google Home Premium subscription, local video storage for up to an hour, daily video summaries, and a new speaker with 360‑degree sound. The upgrades aim to modernize Nest’s security and smart‑home offerings, improving image detail, AI capabilities, and user‑friendly subscription options while keeping local backup storage and adding convenient daily recaps. Leia mais →

Leaked images and reports reveal that Google’s next‑generation Nest cameras and doorbell will upgrade to 2K video, add fresh color options, and incorporate Gemini‑powered AI features such as Daily Summaries. The battery‑powered Nest Cam is expected in white and gray, while the wired indoor model may appear in a berry‑red hue. The Nest Doorbell will also support 2K recording and new AI‑driven recaps. A Gemini‑enabled Google Home speaker, shown briefly at a recent event, promises 360‑degree audio and sound‑sensing alerts. Google plans to rename its Nest Aware subscription to Google Home Premium, adding an advanced tier. Existing Nest users can already access updated camera management tools in the Google Home app. Leia mais →

During its recent Made by Google showcase, Google displayed a fabric‑wrapped smart speaker that appears to be powered by its new Gemini AI. The device, described as a Google Home Speaker, features a light ring at its base and is shown in several colors. It is a voice‑only assistant that can control media, manage smart‑home tasks, detect unusual sounds like breaking glass or smoke alarms, and integrate with Google TV Streamer for surround sound. The speaker also supports the Matter standard, positioning it as a hub for connected devices. No launch date was disclosed. Leia mais →