A brand new Dwelling Hub system might mix elements of HomePod and iPad
Apple’s rumored Frankenstein-like Dwelling Hub with the physique of a HomePod, neck of a robotic, and iPad head might have a extra sq. show in line with a brand new rumor.
This internally labeled “HomeAccessory,” codenamed J490, can be powered by an A18 processor and have a square-ish show. The main points come from an nameless supply chatting with 9to5Mac.
The brand new system would help Apple Intelligence, acknowledge customers through the digital camera, and reply to gestures. It has been pitched as a hybrid product combining the usefulness of HomePod and iPad powered by a extra clever Siri.
Like competing choices, clients would place the product in a typical area just like the kitchen to make use of it as a sensible show. It might present recipes, play a TV present, or make a FaceTime name and be managed with voice, contact, or hand gestures.
The rumored Dwelling Hub system would value round $1,000, however that is the estimate for the robotic arm possibility. Apple might additionally supply a model with a static show at a extra cheap worth.
There isn’t a indication of if or when Apple would announce the robotic Dwelling Hub. It’s possible a 2025 or later system.