Jony Ive-designed ChatGPT prototype is 'coolest piece of technology the world will ever see'
OpenAI acquires Jony Ive’s startup for $6.5 billion
OpenAI is set to acquire Jony Ive’s startup, io Products, for a staggering $6.5 billion. The former Apple iPhone design chief will be appointed as the creative head to work on generative AI-focused devices for OpenAI. LoveFrom, Ive’s design firm post-Apple, has been collaborating with OpenAI for the past two years to develop AI devices. They have been tackling challenges such as high computing demands that have proven to be hurdles for startups like Humane’s AI Pin.
Focus on innovative design
With Jony Ive at the design helm, OpenAI aims to combine the technology behind its popular ChatGPT chatbot with the product design expertise that has made devices like the iPhone bestsellers. In a video posted on OpenAI’s blog, CEO Sam Altman and Ive expressed their vision for pushing boundaries in technology. Altman hinted at a prototype device, without divulging specifics, but described it as "the coolest piece of technology the world will have ever seen."
Challenges for Apple
The late adoption of AI technologies poses a significant challenge for Apple. Critics argue that a change in leadership might be necessary to catch up with the evolving landscape. The debate intensifies on whether Apple's current CEO is equipped to lead the company through the AI revolution.
Despite the criticism, Apple continues to face scrutiny for its strategic decisions, especially regarding AI integration and product innovation. The company's failure to incorporate cutting-edge technologies in a timely manner has raised concerns among shareholders and industry analysts alike.
