# Analyst says OpenAI is working with chip designer Qualcomm and Taiwan's MediaTek to develop smartphone processors.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-27 · MarketScreener*

## Key points

- OpenAI is partnering with Qualcomm and MediaTek to develop an AI-focused smartphone processor.
- Mass production of the OpenAI AI-first smartphone is expected to begin in 2028.
- China's Luxshare has been named the exclusive system design and manufacturing partner for the device.
- OpenAI's AI device is now specifically planned as a smartphone, not a new category.

**Companies:** Qualcomm, Apple, MediaTek, Luxshare
**Countries:** China, Taiwan, United States

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