New screens and cameras... Apple prepares to make a strong push into the smart home market

Apple appears poised to expand its presence in the smart home appliance market with a new lineup of products, including smart displays, security cameras, and updated versions of the HomePod, a move that goes beyond its current product range such as the HomePod mini and Apple TV.

According to a report published by 9to5Mac, Apple’s smart home roadmap includes updated versions of some of its existing products, alongside a new smart home hub equipped with a screen, a larger version of the HomePod, and the development of the company’s first dedicated home security devices.

Information suggests that anticipated developments in Siri, including its AI-driven capabilities, may remove one of the obstacles that have delayed the launch of new smart home products in recent years, according to a report published by Digital Trends.

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The first new products are expected to be updated versions of the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K, potentially launching later this autumn.

However, the most significant change may be in software, with the integration of AI-powered Siri capabilities, which could make the speaker more capable of executing tasks.

The Apple TV 4K, meanwhile, is expected to receive a processor upgrade, possibly moving from the A15 Bionic chip to the A17 Pro, which could enable support for Siri AI capabilities and allow certain Apple Intelligence features to run locally on the device.

Yet, the most intriguing product may be the smart home hub Apple is developing internally under the name HomePad.

The device is expected to launch between October 2026 and early 2027, with the company reportedly considering two different designs: one featuring a wall-mounted screen, and another combining a speaker with a screen, similar to Google Nest Hub devices.

Apple’s plans do not stop at screens and speakers; according to the report, the company is also working on a new, larger version of the HomePod, although no specific release date has been set yet.

The new speaker is expected to feature a newer chip that allows it to leverage Siri AI capabilities.

At a later stage, Apple plans to enter the smart home security market for the first time by developing a security camera and a smart doorbell.

The company is also working on a more advanced version of its smart home display, featuring a larger 9-inch screen and an articulated arm, in a design that could transform the device into a tabletop robot-like assistant.

If these reports are accurate, Apple is not merely preparing to update some HomePod and Apple TV products; it appears to be building an integrated smart home ecosystem encompassing screens, speakers, controllers, cameras, and doorbells.

The decisive factor remains Siri AI’s ability to deliver a smarter and more useful experience, making these devices a practical part of daily life rather than just new products bearing the Apple logo.