OpenAI unified several engineering and research teams to upgrade its audio AI models in preparation for a planned hardware device. The initiative aimed to address performance gaps between audio and text capabilities by developing an architecture that handles interruptions and produces more natural, emotive responses. Sources indicated the company targeted a release for the new model in the first quarter of 2026.
OpenAI improves audio AI models for upcoming device
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