From Times of India: 2024-04-06 22:04:00

Former Apple design chief Jony Ive and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are collaborating on an AI-powered personal device, aiming to raise up to a billion dollars from venture capitalists. The device, not resembling a smartphone, focuses on natural interactions with AI. Discussions with SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son for a potential partnership involving Arm are ongoing. Tang Tan, departing design chief for Apple, will join Ive’s new venture in February to lead hardware design. The project is in early stages, focusing on home devices with OpenAI software.

It’s reported that Apple’s former design chief Jony Ive and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are teaming up for an AI-powered personal device. The startup is seeking funds up to a billion dollars from venture capitalists. The device, different from a smartphone, will prioritize natural interactions with AI. SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son may partner with Ive and Altman, potentially involving Arm. Departing Apple design chief Tang Tan will join Ive’s new venture in February to oversee hardware design for upcoming products, including the AI device. The project is currently in the conceptualization phase, focusing on home devices with OpenAI software integration.



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