Deutsche Telekom, a global leader in telecommunications, is introducing a range of AI-enabled devices under the banner “AI for everyone,” utilizing technology from Perplexity.

Since the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, artificial intelligence has gained significant attention and momentum. Companies across industries are now competing to roll out the newest AI models, intelligent devices, and conversational agents to capture the growing demand.

Perplexity is an AI-powered chatbot, comparable to competitors like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude.

Deutsche Telekom aims to “open the door to the world of artificial intelligence for its customers,” striving to make AI accessible beyond just tech enthusiasts.

Although companies like OpenAI have already helped democratize AI through intuitive interfaces and approachable chatbot designs, Deutsche Telekom is presenting its latest move as a major innovation.

In reality, the company is entering a space already explored by major players like Apple and Google, both of which have introduced AI-powered smartphones—albeit with mixed reception due to the often unnecessary nature of some features.

So, what sets Deutsche Telekom apart? The company is banking on affordability, launching its AI-enabled devices at a notably competitive starting price of €149 (approximately $200).

Priced well below the typical €900–€1,000 ($1,000+) range of Apple and Google’s flagship devices, Deutsche Telekom’s AI phone presents a more budget-friendly alternative while still offering modern AI capabilities.