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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Anthony Cuthbertson

UNCOVERED: Chatgpt creator openai buys smartphone camera maker in 300m deal - Caught on Camera

OpenAI Sam Altman Apple
  • OpenAI has reportedly acquired California -based smartphone camera startup Glass Imaging in a deal valued at over $300 million.
  • Founded by former Apple engineers, Glass Imaging uses artificial intelligence to significantly enhance image quality, reduce blur, and correct lens imperfections.
  • The acquisition fuels speculation that the technology will be integrated into a mystery AI device being developed by OpenAI alongside former Apple designer Jony Ive.
  • OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has described the unannounced product as an unobtrusive pocket or desk device capable of being fully aware of a user's surroundings.
  • The mystery gadget is expected to be unveiled next year, with Mr Altman claiming it could increase OpenAI's value by $1 trillion.

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OpenAI buys AI camera startup ahead of mystery gadget launch

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