Apple will launch a new smart home device in the spring that supports Apple's artificial intelligence capabilities

According to reports, Apple plans to launch a new smart home device in the spring of 2025, which will combine the functions of iPad, Apple TV, and HomePod. This new smart home device, codenamed J490, is referred to as "HomeAccessory" and may be given a new marketing name upon its release. The device will be equipped with an A18 chip to support Apple's artificial intelligence capabilities. It is reported that the HomeAccessory currently has a square display screen and a built-in camera for video conferencing, gesture control recognition, and user identification. The device can also run applications, play media, serve as an AirPlay receiver, and display a lock screen with various clock faces