OpenAI Targets Smartphones With AI-First Device Strategy

OpenAI is moving closer to launching its own smartphone, marking a significant shift towards consumer hardware. The company is collaborating with chipmakers like Qualcomm and MediaTek to develop AI-powered devices. At the core of the planned phone is a different user experience, where users interact with an AI agent capable of performing tasks directly, without switching between applications. OpenAI is expected to unveil its first consumer device in the second half of 2026.