Apple just unveiled its latest smart speaker today, but the company’s plans for the smart home are even grander, according to a new report. According to “people who know the plans” everywhere, Apple is working on a device to better compete with Google and Amazon in this space.
The upcoming push starts with smart displays, which are essentially low-end iPads that can be attached to walls and other places using “magnetic fasteners”. It can also play videos and handle FaceTime chats.
Google’s Nested Hub
The device exists because countertop and wall-mounted appliances like this are clearly gaining popularity, with both Amazon’s Echo Show and Google’s Nest Hub already having similar products on the market. Apple’s smart display is said to be coming next year.
A “home stand” for the current iPad could also be under consideration by Apple. Larger smart home displays are also being discussed internally at Apple, though no decision has yet been made on whether to launch any of them.
New Apple HomePods
The Apple TV is said to keep the same design as the current model but feature a faster processor in the next version, which is expected to arrive in the first half of next year. A device that combines an Apple TV box with a smart speaker and FaceTime camera is also in the works, but the project has had various setbacks. The finished product was originally targeted for release this year, but it’s unclear when it will be released. to the market.
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