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OpenAI phone in 2028 may replace apps with AI agents analysts claim

Technology
Published on 27 April 2026
OpenAI phone in 2028 may replace apps with AI agents analysts claim

A future where apps feel optional not necessary

OpenAI may be working on a dedicated smartphone designed around AI agents that handle tasks previously done through individual apps. An analyst suggests the device could enter mass production as early as 2028, positioning AI agents to act as the new interface layer and potentially reduce reliance on traditional app workflows.

  • OpenAI is reportedly exploring a phone built for AI agents
  • The device could enter mass production in 2028
  • AI agents may replace app-by-app task flows
  • Could reshape how users interact with mobile software
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