OpenAI Plans to Price Smart Speaker at $200 to $300, as AI Device Team Takes Shape

2026-03-02 · Bits and Bobs 3/2/26

OpenAI Plans to Price Smart Speaker at $200 to $300, as AI Device Team Takes Shape
- This company is out over its skis.
- It's acting like it's a mega-aggregator when it still doesn't have PMF.
- It's giving away the primary expensive thing for free, and people love it.

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