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New AI Earpiece 'Sweetpea' Challenges Apple AirPods
13 Jan
Summary
- OpenAI's 'Sweetpea' is an AI-powered earpiece targeting the AirPods market.
- The device may feature a 2nm chip, potentially acting as a standalone gadget.
- Projected for a September release, it could precede other AI hardware from the team.
Reports suggest that a highly anticipated AI gadget from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and former Apple design chief Jony Ive, codenamed 'Sweetpea,' is set to challenge the dominance of Apple's AirPods. This device, described as a "special audio product," is rumored to take the form of an earpiece designed to be worn behind the ear.
The 'Sweetpea' device is expected to be powered by an AI voice assistant, likely utilizing ChatGPT technology. Leaked information indicates a sophisticated 2nm chip target, possibly a custom-developed component, enabling it to perform actions typically associated with a smartphone, potentially even replacing iPhone functions via voice commands. This points towards a possible standalone capability.
With a projected release around September, 'Sweetpea' could be the first hardware offering from Altman and Ive's collaboration. Following this, the duo is rumored to be exploring other innovative devices, including home-style hardware and even a pen. The success of 'Sweetpea' may hinge on its ability to offer compelling features beyond those of existing wireless earbuds.
