Apple is working on a new series of smart home devices, at least according to one report by Bloomberg.
In addition to the very similar but Matter-equipped relaunch of the original HomePod, Apple appears to be delving deeper into the home space with a smaller screen similar to the Google Nest Hub or Amazon Echo Show. According to sources close to the discussions, the device would be similar to an iPad but less expensive, aimed at home use and would include a magnet for mounting. The device would appear to be more limited in range than an iPad and would be used primarily for FaceTime chats, as well as controlling other smart home devices. We hope it can solve the multi-user issue that makes current iPads unpleasant for home control use. There has also been talk of larger smart home displays in the future.
Also, it seems that Apple is exploring an update to the Apple TV with a faster processor for the first half of 2024, but the device will not support 8k. The HomePod/Apple TV combo project also appears to have suffered setbacks, but is still in the works, according to the source. Smart displays are still a long way off and won’t be released until early next year or possibly later.
Hey, maybe with those magnets on the back, I could snap it on the fridge and make it a smart fridge.
