Mark Gurman of Bloomberg said that Apple is developing a new TV. According to the report, this new Apple TV will include a set-top box with HomePod speakers and cameras. Thus, users can hold video conferences directly from this TV. Other features of the device will include standard "Apple TV" features. This includes watching videos, playing games, and more. It will also support smart speaker features such as playing music and using Apple's Siri voice assistant, etc.
An excerpt from the Bloomberg report reads:
The company is working on a product that would combine an "Apple TV" television set-top box with a "HomePod" speaker and include a camera for video conferencing through a connected TV and other smart home functions. for identification when discussing internal matters
Other capabilities of the device include standard "Apple TV" functions such as watching videos and games, as well as using smart speakers such as playing music and using Apple's Siri digital assistant.
If Apple does eventually release this product, it will be a very ambitious move for Apple. Launching such complex devices is not part of the company's normal procedure.
Apart from this multi-purpose TV, Apple is also working on a high-end speaker with a touch screen. The company hopes to use the device to further compete with the likes of Amazon and Google. According to Bloomberg, "such a device combines an iPad with a HomePod speaker, and also includes a camera for video chat."
Apple is also developing a flagship speaker
However, it is important to note that the development of smart TV and high-end speakers is in the early stages. As such, we don't expect these devices to launch anytime soon. In addition, there may still be significant changes in the design of these devices. The final product may differ significantly from the current description. To date, there are no official comments from Apple regarding these devices.
Last year, Apple merged its engineering teams on HomePod and Apple TV. At this time, Apple is developing a regular iteration of the Apple TV. This TV comes with a premium remote control, a faster processor and more capacity.
We'll keep tabs on the development of these devices and let you know if there are any changes along the way.
