Apple's rumored smart home display may look a lot like an old friend: the iMac G4 from the early 2000s. In the In this weekend's newsletter, Mark Gurman reports that the countertop tablet will feature a square display that is “positioned at an angle on a small base, reminiscent of the circular bottom of the iMac G4.” It is possible that the speakers are also located there. The device is expected to arrive next year, followed later by a high-end version with a robotic limb that can change the position of the screen.
The most affordable model, which will launch first, will have a relatively small screen, according to Gurman, “about the size of two iPhones side by side.” It's intended to be used for smart home controls, but it will also run apps like FaceTime and Calendar, and display photos and videos. According to Gurman, the more expensive model will feature a larger screen in addition to its robotic capabilities. We probably won't see that product until at least 2026, as you previously predicted, and it may cost you almost $1,000. Both models are expected to come with Apple Intelligence.
