The smart speakers sector could soon receive a relevant movement by Apple, which Works at the launch of a HomePod screen for 2025. Until now, the HomePod range has been formed by two clearly differentiated options: the standard homepod and the HomePod Mini, both characterized by Focus experience in musical reproduction and touch control through LED lights On a polished surface. However, the following version promises to break this barrier, incorporating A large touch screen This opens up new possibilities for home management and entertainment.
Its launch was expected for this spring, but the delays in the development of Apple Intelligence also caused the postponement of the new HomePod to an unclear date, and according to Mark Growl, it can now be said that This launch date will be this end of the year.
A 7 -inch screen to interact and control the house
One of the most remarkable advances provided for the HomePod 2025 is Incorporating a 7 -inch LCD screen. Through it, the user can visualize Customizable widgets, spheres and photographsWith an interface very similar to that which can be found in IPhone or Apple Watch Emergency mode itself.
This New screen It will allow not only Consult relevant information At a glance, such as time, alarms, calendar or musical reproduction, but also Manage home devices and access additional functions. For the moment, it is not closed if the device incorporates an application store or if the Applications will be carried out from an iPhone. What seems clear is that it will act as an airliner receiver, facilitating the sending of content from other Apple devices.
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Rumors on design and innovation
As for the design, different approaches are taken into account. On the one hand, I could opt for Integrate the screen directly into the loudspeaker's body, with a certain inclination This facilitates visualization when the device is located on shelves or tables. Another option that has gained in force would be that of a mobile arm, an addition that would allow Adjust the angle of the screen to follow the userParticularly useful in video calls or interact remotely.
The base of the Max Homepod would maintain Aesthetics of textile mesh which characterizes the current beach. As for colors, it is very likely to continue the commitment to classic white white and space gray. I would also have A rechargeable battery that would allow him to take it anywhere To listen to music or visualize multimedia content without depending on a socket.
Power and sound of high fidelity
The Homepod Max aspires not only to be more versatile, but also to will maintain the high level of sound quality of its predecessors. Everything indicates what will offer Spatial audio, good seriousness And a microphone matrix that facilitates both the use of Siri and the making of calls. At the material level, the inclusion of a Advanced processorLike Chip A18 of the iPhone 16 or even the A17 Pro, fundamental for artificial intelligence tasks and guarantee the performance of fluids in screen management.
Among the main technical innovations It is also speculated with the possible incorporation of a camera, which would open the door to make video calls facetime directly from the HomePod. However, rumors are not conclusive at this stage.
Intelligent functions and software
Intelligent functions would be another of the new HomePod pillars. The integration of Apple Intelligence and new Siri capacities They would allow a more fluid and personal interaction. In addition, references have been identified in iOS software which indicate the arrival of specific extensions (such as “Chatkit”) which could facilitate rapid responses and messages to messages, as well as the advanced management of notifications and content visualized on the screen.
HomePod Max should take advantage of the infrastructure of Tvos y homekit Synchronize with the rest of the autonomous devices and systems. In addition, it could share part of its operating system with Apple TV, allowing a homogeneous experience in the brand's ecosystem.
Regarding the price, it is estimated that the new homepod with screen will exceed 500 dollars. This is due to material improvements and added functions, although Apple can adjust manufacturing costs in collaboration with suppliers cheaper for the LCD screen.
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