According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, OpenAI is working on a smartphone designed to leverage advanced AI capabilities, with plans for mass production in 2028. The device will feature a custom chipset developed in collaboration with MediaTek and Qualcomm, and will be manufactured by Luxshare. A standout feature of the smartphone is its innovative user interface, which will replace the traditional app grid with a 'task stream' that displays tasks and their statuses directly on the screen. This design aims to enhance user experience by continuously understanding the user's context, suggesting always-on functionality. OpenAI intends to bundle some of its AI subscriptions with the smartphone, further integrating its ecosystem. The initiative follows OpenAI's acquisition of Jony Ive's startup, with plans for a broader family of AI devices, including potential AI earbuds and a smart speaker.