Apple’s Anticipated Home Hub: Delays and New Features
Conceptual Image of Apple Home Hub
Delayed Launch for Apple’s Smart Home Device
Reports indicate that the highly anticipated launch of the Apple Home Hub, initially expected in March, may be postponed. Additionally, this information supports ongoing speculations regarding the development of a home camera by Apple.
The Vision for a Smart Home Ecosystem
The speculation surrounding Apple’s ambition to broaden its smart home product lineup has prominently featured an item referred to as the ‘Home Hub.’ This innovative device is projected to resemble an iPad with a screen size altering between 7 inches and potentially mimic the aesthetic of a giant speaker akin to a HomePod.
Inside Information from Bloomberg: Operating Systems and Technology
According to insights from Bloomberg, this forthcoming ‘Home Hub’ will utilize an operating system identified by its codename, Pebble. Although it remains uncertain if it aligns with previous expectations surrounding homeOS, reports suggest it will significantly leverage App Intents components introduced within iOS versions 18.4 and 19.
The Role of App Intents in Functionality
App Intents allows developers to integrate their application functions seamlessly into iOS. This framework enables other applications or devices to engage with these features effectively. While details on specific App Intents applicable for the new hub are not fully disclosed, it’s likely that functionalities related to Apple’s existing Home app will play a pivotal role.
Timing Considerations: Connecting Releases with iOS Updates
Given that App Intents form a critical aspect of this new hub’s functionality, there’s speculation that its release could coincide with or follow after the launch of iOS 19—anticipated during WWDC in June 2025 and set for public access around September later that year.
Siri Enhancements on the Horizon
In alignment with these developments, latest reports reinforce predictions about significant upgrades slated for Siri featuring enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities aimed at launching in spring 2026.
A Broader Smart Security System Expected Soon
Moreover, projections suggest that by 2026 Apple may unveil additional security products geared toward modern living—specifically mentioning both a home surveillance camera alongside an advanced doorbell integrated with Face ID technology.