# Qualcomm is partnering with OpenAI to create smartphone processing chips.

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

## Key points

- Qualcomm is partnering with OpenAI, MediaTek, and Luxshare to develop AI smartphone chips.
- Mass production of the OpenAI-powered device is expected to begin in 2028, according to Kuo.
- OpenAI may bundle hardware subscriptions and build a new AI agent ecosystem with developers.
- Luxshare previously signed a deal with OpenAI to produce consumer devices.

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

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