# Ming-Chi Kuo says OpenAI is "fast-tracking" an AI-focused phone.

*genai · news · 2026-05-05 · CNET*

## Key points

- OpenAI is fast-tracking an AI-focused phone, aiming for mass production in early 2025.
- The first OpenAI phone is expected to feature dual-NPU architecture for heterogeneous AI compute.
- MediaTek is likely to be the sole processor supplier for OpenAI's upcoming phone.
- The phone's image signal processor will enable enhanced high dynamic range and superior AI visual processing.
- The device will use a customized version of the Dimensity 9600 chipset for advanced AI tasks.

**Companies:** OpenAI, Qualcomm, MediaTek, Luxshare
**Countries:** United States, Taiwan, Hong Kong

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