OpenAI forms a new hardware division with the io team, led by Jony Ive, to develop AI-native devices, possibly launching a voice-first product as early as 2026.

Here's everything we know so far about the mysterious upcoming AI device from the iPhone designer and creator of ChatGPT.

Altman and Ive announced OpenAI’s acquisition of Ive’s io in a statement Wednesday, with the deal valued at roughly $6.5 billion after OpenAI acquired 23% of io in a partnership deal in 2024.

OpenAI is acquiring Jony Ive and Sam Altman's startup, io, which will lead creative and design work for OpenAI.

Sam Altman and OpenAI announced a $6.4 billion deal on Wednesday to buy io, the AI hardware startup of Apple's former chief design officer Jony Ive.

Why OpenAI Acquired Apple Veteran's Startup For $6.4 Billion | Altman, Jony Ive Discuss AI Future OpenAI has announced it will acquire io, the AI hardware startup co-founded by legendary Apple designer Jony Ive,