Apple plans to debut a new operating system called homeOS with its long-rumored smart displays, the first of which is expected to arrive as soon as 2025, according to is Mark Gurman. Reports on has been spinning for over a year, and just said this summer that Apple is working on a smart display for tabletops which can tilt and rotate the screen for better viewing. In his latest report, Gurman says there are two versions in the works: a low-end display that will offer the basics, like FaceTime and smart home controls, and the high-end robotic variant that will cost upwards of $1,000.
We’ll reportedly see the cheaper version first – possibly next year – followed by the higher-end display. Gurman has previously said that the robot’s smart display could be released as early as 2026. However, you don’t have to wait for the premium model to get a taste of Apple’s vision for home AI. According to Gurman, Apple Intelligence will be an important part of the experience for both devices. The new homeOS will be based on Apple TV’s tvOS, he notes.