We know that Apple is preparing a HomePod with an integrated screen that could include many new features
Since the beginning of last year we have been hearing rumors about a new HomePod that would include a screen. This new device promises a lot, although we still don’t know many of the functions it has to include, nor do we know what design Apple will opt for. However, There are many things we expect from him as it could revolutionize this category of devices.
The HomePod is one of the least attractive devices in Apple’s catalog due to its poor evolutionwe only have two models and they are very focused on those who have several Apple devices. The arrival of a model with a screen could change the HomePod forever, making it much more attractive.
Screen of about 7 inches
Rumors say that this new HomePod model will feature a 1920×1080 pixels display. approximately 7 inchesa size similar to that of an iPad mini. Although it is not ruled out that the device can come in more sizessomething we already have available in the competition.
The screen will be the main axis of this new HomePodwhich will completely change the user experience. HomePods have always been controlled by voice and the panel they have simply indicates whether music is playing, the volume level or if Siri is active.
We don’t know what this HomePod with a screen will look like, there are many design options
Cameras to enhance FaceTime and security
This new HomePod Not only will it have a big screen, it will also use cameras for the first time on this device. This will undoubtedly enhance FaceTime and also allow these cameras to be used as surveillance for our home. Thus, the functions of the device would be expanded. It would also be interesting if it used FaceTime to recognize the user who is speaking to it.
New operating system
Apple is preparing a new operating system for this HomePod, since the use of a screen will completely change the device. There is talk of an operating system called homeOSwhich could also be used in other future home devices, and which is derived from tvOS although it will necessarily have some changes.
Apple Intelligence al poder
The company’s AI needs to reach all of the company’s devices, but the current HomePods are not currently compatible with Apple Intelligence. That’s why it’s very likely that This new HomePod with screen includes an A18 chip like the iPhone 16, which will be much more powerful and also compatible with all Apple Intelligence functions, including the new Siri.
A new category of devices?
Although we know it as “HomePod with a screen”, this device could inaugurate a completely new category within AppleReferences have been found in the code of different operating systems to a device known as “HomeAccessory17,1”, so it is likely that Apple will not call it “HomePod”, even though it is a speaker.
Apple has also been rumored to be preparing a home robot, which could be similar in function to this HomePod with a screen. This could be the first device in this new category of Apple home products.
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