If recent reports are to be believed, Apple’s vision for Apple Intelligence extends far beyond current devices like the iPhone. The company aims to create a fully automated smart home, a concept once only seen in sci-fi movies.
The first step towards this goal is Apple’s focus on enhancing Siri. The plan is to transform Siri into a sophisticated voice interface, reminiscent of the original vision for the voice assistant back in 2011 with the iPhone 4S.
An improved Siri would serve as the cornerstone for a new range of smart home devices that prioritize voice control. Imagine a more advanced version of Siri on HomePod, expanded to a variety of Apple devices throughout your home.
Reports suggest Apple has been working on new products like a screen-equipped HomePod and a wall-mounted home hub for several years. Recent sources hint at a hardware product set for release in 2025. Although the hardware is reportedly ready, the delay is attributed to Siri’s development. Apple aims for a voice-controlled ecosystem, and Siri is still undergoing enhancements.
Once Siri is ready, the home hub will be just the beginning. Apple plans to introduce a range of smart home devices under a new “Apple Home” ecosystem. Reports mention Apple’s exploration of security cameras, doorbells, and even a tabletop robot, tying into a broader strategy for the home.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is planning an innovative home ecosystem to set itself apart in artificial intelligence. The lineup includes robots, a lifelike Siri, a smart speaker with a display, and home-security cameras.
Gurman highlights Apple’s focus on a new “LLM Siri” with a redesigned core, codenamed “Linwood.” This revamped Siri is a crucial element of Apple’s future home AI strategy. The tabletop robot, expected in 2027, will play a central role in Apple’s home ecosystem.
Apple’s security system, powered by smart cameras and doorbells, aims to automate household tasks. The devices may feature facial recognition and infrared sensors for enhanced automation capabilities.
Apple’s foray into home security products is seen as a move to compete with tech giants like Amazon and Google. By building its own devices, Apple can offer unique features while maintaining high security and privacy standards.
Please note that the information provided in this article is speculative and has not been confirmed by Apple. Approach all rumors with caution, whether related to technology or other topics.
