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Apple develops smart home display inspired by iMac G4 design

in.mashable.com — October 28, 2024, 12:01 PM UTC

Summary: Apple is developing a new smart home display, its first major product since the Apple Vision Pro. This device will combine features of an iPad and HomePod, featuring a compact screen on a circular base reminiscent of the iMac G4.

The display will run a new operating system designed for smart home use, likely supporting apps like FaceTime and Notes. It may include a camera for video calls, enhancing family communication.

Expected to launch in 2025, the smart display may also have a higher-end model with a robotic limb for repositioning. This product aims to unify smart home management, setting Apple apart in the tech market.

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