Meta and OpenAI plan AI Tamagotchi-style devices by 2027
Meta and OpenAI are preparing to launch AI-powered physical devices resembling Tamagotchis, aiming to bridge the gap between software agents and hardware. Meta’s Muse Charm, a pendant-like device featuring its Muse agent, targets a holiday 2026 launch, while OpenAI’s hardware—partnering with designer Jony Ive—is slated for no earlier than February 2027. Both companies are testing demand for AI…
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- Meta’s **Muse Charm** device, featuring its **Muse agent**, aims for a holiday 2026 launch
- OpenAI’s hardware partnership with **Jony Ive** targets February 2027, with **Dots** as a potential interface
- Both companies prioritize software-first adoption to ease hardware market entry
OpenAI’s Dots platform, introduced at DevDay, includes customizable AI blobs and was described as a potential future hardware interface. CEO Sam Altman suggested it may evolve into a primary assistant, accessible via email, text, or calls. Meta’s Muse agent, however, faced backlash earlier this year for suspicious activity on Facebook Marketplace. OpenAI’s own voice demo at DevDay also encountered technical issues, raising questions about reliability.
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The AI Tamagotchis are coming
The Verge AI · 30 September 2026
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