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OpenAI’s new gadget is so sexy you’ll want to lick it—literally
OpenAI and Jony Ive are on a mission to redefine desirability with a screen-free device. But the real test lies in overcoming hurdles of computing power and AI personality.
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OpenAI is working on a new hardware device in collaboration with the renowned designer Jony Ive, and it’s got everyone talking.
The goal? To create a product so appealing that you’ll want to lick it, reports Futurism.
According to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, they’ve nailed it – prototypes have passed the “lick test.” But, as it turns out, making something desirable is just the tip of the iceberg.
The real challenge lies in the device’s development, which is reportedly facing some serious roadblocks.
The team is struggling to pack enough computing power into a compact, smartphone-sized form factor.
And that’s not all – they’re also grappling with balancing the AI’s personality to make it helpful without being too pushy or annoying.
The device is expected to be screen-free, relying on cameras, a microphone, and a speaker, and will be “always on,” constantly gathering data without needing a wake word.
The design philosophy behind this device is centered around simplicity and “whimsy,” aiming to evoke a sense of peace and calm.
But with the development process hitting some major snags, it’s unclear when we’ll see this device come to life.
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