OpenAI is advancing on two fronts: improving its AI models and developing its first physical device. A Bloomberg report reveals the hardware as the "physical manifestation of ChatGPT."
The device is expected to be doughnut-shaped, roughly the size of a hockey puck, and made from high-quality metal.
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It will have no display, but will be battery-powered for portability.
It could sit on a nightstand, kitchen counter, or desk, or be carried around the house.
The device includes a camera system and sensors for visual input, along with speaker grilles, microphones, and lights that indicate when it's listening.
Moving parts may give the device a bit of personality by signaling responses.
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Pricing is projected between $300 and $400, higher than typical smart speakers, with a potential launch in 2027.
OpenAI has indicated this could be the first of several devices.
On the software side, OpenAI has rolled out updates to GPT-5.6.
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GPT-5.6 Sol now features dynamic response lengths that adapt to query complexity, roughly 68% fewer factual errors, and a new reasoning slider for Plus and Pro subscribers.
GPT-5.6 Luna has become the default for Free and Go users, offering unlimited text chats and a Think button for deeper reasoning.
Additional safeguards for users under 18 block romantic roleplay, age-restricted content, and self-harm prompts.
These moves highlight OpenAI's dual approach: improving accessible AI tools while preparing premium hardware that integrates its models into everyday life.
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The doughnut-shaped speaker would move ChatGPT out of apps and browsers into a tangible companion, while model updates deliver practical gains in accuracy and usability.
