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Apple VP Joins OpenAI

TechCrunch AI · Jun 28, 2026 · 1 min read · Read original article →

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Paul Meade, the Apple vice president behind the Vision Pro headset, is leaving the company to join OpenAI’s hardware team. Meade was also leading the development of Apple’s upcoming AI-powered smart glasses. The departure comes as Apple is shaking up its hardware engineering team, with some vice presidents feeling demoted. This change could impact Apple’s plans to compete with wearable devices from Meta. Why it matters: Meade’s move to OpenAI signals a significant shift in the balance of power in the AI hardware landscape, with top talent flocking to companies that are pushing the boundaries of innovation.

💡 Key Takeaways

  1. Paul Meade is leaving Apple to join OpenAI's hardware team, bringing his expertise in AI-powered devices
  2. Meade's departure is part of a larger shake-up in Apple's hardware engineering team, led by incoming CEO John Ternus
  3. OpenAI is working on a new AI device with former Apple chief design officer Jony Ive, aiming to create a more peaceful and calm user experience

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