Apple Rumours: Full Line of Smart Home

Apple Rumours: Full Line of Smart Home
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As we enter a new era of technology, smart home products are transforming how we live and interact with our surroundings. Apple, a leader in innovation, is set to deepen its impact in the smart home sector by 2025. From enhanced user interfaces to advanced connectivity, the rumoured upcoming products promise to captivate tech enthusiasts and everyday users alike. It's also quite exciting to see Apple finally challenging the current SmartHome market. Let’s explore the rumoured Apple smart home products that are expected to make waves in 2025.

New Solid Smart Home Tech: Enter Apple

There is always a rumour mill, and many delays when it comes to upcoming Apple products. However, these rumours from several sources, with the main ones coming from Bloomberg and 9to5Mac , seem to be quite legit and highly expected products Apple will be releasing. The 5 products are listed below along with a more detailed video from AppleInsider, discussing the current released products, Matter and SmartHomeOS, and quick discussions about the rumoured products.

AppleInsider: Apple’s Master Plan for the Smart Home: Smart Display, Apple TV, & HomePod mini 2!

1. Apple HomePod Mini 2

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The HomePod Mini set a high bar for audio clarity in smart homes. The anticipated HomePod Mini 2 is expected to elevate that standard even further by delivering superior sound quality. Imagine a rich sound experience paired with improved Siri functionalities. Equipped with advanced room-sensing technology, the device might adjust audio levels depending on the acoustics of the room, creating a personalized listening experience perfect for any environment. It may also have a new proper interactive display on the top of the device. It will have an update S-Series Chip, Apple WiFi and Bluetooth with WIFI6E.

2. Home SmartDisplay

A new 6"-7" Smart display that attaches to a tabletop dock with a speaker or the option to wall mount. It will operate on their new Home OS (Matter) and Apple HomeKit will now be called Apple SmartHome. The device will have updated Siri and Apple AI, proximity sensors to adjust the display, and a built-in camera for FaceTime calls

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3. Apple TV 4K 4th Gen

Long awaited update to the Apple TV, this 4th Gen device will have improvements in hardware with a new processor, Bluetooth Chip with WiFi6E support and Apple WiFi. It may also have SmartHome Tech baked in.

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4. Home Pod 3

Technically the 3 Gen full size Home Pod. This device will look similar to its predecessor but should feature a full colour interactive OLED display on top, Apple AI and SMART Home integrated with a new A18 chip.

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5. Apple Smart Security Camera

Logitech Circle View Apple Home Kit enabled Camera
Logitech Circle View Apple Home Kit enabled Camera

The new Apple camera may be leaning to the end of 2025 or most likely 2026. It should be supporting Matter OS, person and face recognition, integration with Smart Display, High Privacy and security features, and HD resolution.

The Future Looks Exciting

Apple's commitment to the smart home market is set to reshape how we perceive technology in our living spaces and now challenge the existing SmartHome market. With advancements focused on convenience, Integrated AI, security, and energy efficiency, the anticipated products for 2025 hold the promise of improving our overall quality of life. Apple is poised to create a seamless, interconnected smart home environment that enhances our daily routines and keeps us safe. As we look forward to this remarkable evolution, one thing is clear: the future of smart homes will be transformative.

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