OpenAI's anticipated smartphone could make its debut in early 2027, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The timeline has been accelerated from an earlier projection of 2028, indicating that development is progressing more rapidly than expected.
This device will feature a customized version of the MediaTek Dimensity 9600, enhanced with an upgraded image signal processor to improve HDR capabilities, as well as dual-architecture NPU, LPDDR6 RAM, and UFS 5.0 storage—all essential for an AI-focused smartphone.
Kuo predicts that if all goes according to plan, approximately 30 million units could be shipped in the years 2027 and 2028. Despite the excitement surrounding this innovation, questions remain about consumer interest in an AI agent as a smartphone replacement.