OpenAI's AI speaker marks its entry into consumer hardware OpenAI is entering the consumer hardware market with its first AI-powered smart speaker, marking a significant expansion beyond software. The device positions OpenAI to compete directly with Amazon, Google, and Apple in the smart speaker space, intensifying the AI race. Yahoo Finance Tech Editor discusses OpenAI's OPAI.PVT https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/OPAI.PVT/ first consumer hardware device, an AI-powered smart speaker, breaking down what the product could offer and what it means for the company's push into consumer hardware and the broader AI race.