Chinese startup StepFun has launched a new smartphone, the STEPX Neo, which is built around an AI agent integrated into its operating system. This device, priced at 3999 yuan, replaces traditional apps with an AI agent that can connect to external services via the MCP protocol. Details about the phone's capabilities and the specific AI agent are still limited. AI
IMPACT This launch signals a potential shift towards AI-centric operating systems in mobile devices, moving beyond app-based interactions.
RANK_REASON Product launch of a smartphone with an AI agent, not a core AI model release.
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