Apple will launch new ‘homeOS’ this year, here’s what’s coming

Apple has a big software year ahead, with major redesigns coming to iOS 19, macOS 16, and even iPadOS 19. But the company also has a brand new OS launching soon. Here’s everything we know about Apple’s new ‘homeOS.’ homeOS will debut on Apple’s new ‘HomePad’ device It’s not every day that Apple launches a brand new software platform, and it never does so without good reason. OS launches are always tied to new product launches. And the same will be true with homeOS. Later this year, Apple will debut a brand new ‘HomePad’ smart display. This product will be a sort of cross between an iPad and HomePod. There are plenty of fascinating details about the HomePad’s hardware you can find elsewhere. For this article though, let’s focus on the software that will power the HomePad: homeOS. What to expect from Apple’s new homeOS Based on Mark Gurman’s reporting, homeOS will bear a lot of similarities to Apple’s existing software platforms—but tailored to the needs of modern homes. Home Scre ... Read full article.