Apple could be engaged on HomePod with 7-inch show

Apple reportedly has huge plans for the HomePod, and these plans contain a seven-inch show.

In line with Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo(Opens in a brand new tab), the tech firm is engaged on a model of its good speaker with a seven-inch show, to be launched within the first half of 2024.

Particulars in regards to the system are scarce, however Kuo believes this product would allow a tighter integration with Apple’s different {hardware} merchandise.

Kuo believes that the show panel in Apple’s upcoming HomePod will probably be produced by Chinese language firm Tianma, which produces shows for smartphones, laptops, tablets, and automobiles. If the HomePod deal goes properly, Kuo thinks Apple would possibly associate with Tianma to provide panels for its future iPads as properly.

We have truly heard an identical rumor earlier than. In 2021, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman mentioned Apple is engaged on audio system with built-in screens and cameras, however supplied no fastened launch date for such gadgets.

And in January this 12 months, Gurman mentioned Apple is engaged on an affordable, iPad-like system that may enable customers to regulate numerous good residence capabilities. Whereas this appears like a special system to what Kuo is suggesting, it’s indicative of Apple doubtlessly desirous about strengthening its good residence lineup.

Apple lately revived its unique HomePod, making it a little bit cheaper whereas retaining its design and most sonic traits. Each the HomePod and the HomePod mini have a small, touch-screen panel on prime which reveals an animation while you invoke Siri, however are in any other case very a lot display-less.