GoKawiilApple's home hub device reportedly launching October 13th
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple will release its rumored Home Hub on October 13th, a 6-inch square display device available in countertop and wall-mounted versions. The device uses face and voice recognition to personalize its interface for different household members and will control smart home devices like thermostats and door locks while showcasing Apple's new Siri assistant.
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The launch would mark a significant expansion into smart home hardware for Apple and represents an early test for John Ternus, Apple's newly appointed CEO, according to the report. A second, larger version with a robotic arm reportedly in development suggests Apple may be planning a broader product line rather than a single device.
- Apple's Home Hub reportedly launches October 13th per Bloomberg's Mark Gurman
- Device features facial and voice recognition to personalize displayed content per user
- A larger nine-inch version with a robotic arm is also reportedly in development
Amazon Echo Show 8 — While Apple's rumored Home Hub is still just that—a rumor—you can already get a similar smart display experience today with the Echo Show 8. It offers a camera, microphone, and screen for video calls, smart home control, and voice assistant features, making it a great preview of what Apple's device might someday offer.
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