Samsung unveiled new products and technologies designed to support AI integration in everyday life during its First Look 2026 press conference ahead of CES 2026.

Mark Manson launched a new app called Purpose, aimed at delivering personal advice through AI in a safer and more responsible manner, as featured on Rich On Tech Episode 155.

Sam Altman and Jony Ive are launching new AI hardware, generating considerable industry interest and speculation about its impact on the market[1].

ChatGPT opened app submissions to third-party developers, establishing a review and directory pipeline for ecosystem building with clean auth and scoped permissions.[5]

OpenAI integrated its browser agent, evolved from Operator launched in January, directly into ChatGPT as agent mode, enabling complex workflows like accessing Gmail and creating presentations.[3]

OpenAI rolled out GPT-5.2 to all ChatGPT users starting with paid plans, including agent mode for web interactions, deep research, and multi-step projects using Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts connectors.

A new method could enable users to design portable medical devices, like a splint, that can be rapidly converted from flat panels to a 3D object without any tools.[3]

OpenAI rolled out ChatGPT Agent mode, integrating browser capabilities, deep research, and conversational intelligence to handle complex workflows like accessing Gmail and creating presentations.

Samsung expanded its Micro RGB TV line to six sizes (55–115"), adding AI upscaling and Vision AI Companion ahead of CES 2026.

Amazon introduced Alexa+ Greetings with conversational AI for Ring devices to manage deliveries and visitor interactions.