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Aug 6, 2026

OpenAI Developing Doughnut-Shaped AI Smart Speaker Priced at $300-$400 for 2027 Launch

OpenAI is reportedly preparing to enter the consumer hardware market with its first standalone device, an AI-powered smart speaker with an unusual doughnut shape and moving parts, expected to retail between $300-$400 when it launches in 2027.

Aug 6, 20266 sources

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Jun 17, 2026

Google Launches $100 Google Home Speaker with Deep Gemini AI Integration

Google released its first new smart speaker in six years, the $100 Google Home Speaker featuring deep integration with Gemini AI. The device is available for preorder and ships June 25th.

Jun 17, 20264 sources

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