Overview
- A supply‑chain leaker known as Smart Pikachu claims OpenAI’s first consumer device is an AI earbud system codenamed “Sweetpea,” and OpenAI has not confirmed any details.
- The reported design centers on a metal “eggstone” case that holds two pill‑shaped modules worn behind the ear for a screenless, voice‑first experience.
- Specs allegedly target a 2nm, phone‑class Samsung Exynos SoC plus a custom chip intended to trigger iPhone actions by issuing commands to Siri.
- Foxconn has reportedly been asked to prepare capacity for up to five OpenAI devices by Q4 2028, with Sweetpea prioritized for earlier production.
- The leak points to a September 2026 debut, a first‑year shipment goal of 40–50 million units, and a bill of materials said to be closer to a smartphone than typical earbuds.