Apple is betting big on revolutionizing the home technology experience in 2025. Everything indicates that its strategy for the year will include two devices that promise to mark a before and after: a new version of the Apple TV 4K and a HomePod mini with integrated screen. Both devices will not only improve connectivity capabilitiesbut they also target a wider audience thanks to their competitive price.
Home automation and entertainment at the center of Apple's strategy. The Cupertino company seeks to position itself strongly in the smart home market, and these two products appear to be the cornerstones of its proposition. Since I was able to control connected devices home more easily, until you enjoy a unrivaled audio quality and more agile streaming, everything seems to be designed to captivate users.
A Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip as a differential element
One of the good news is that the 2025 Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini will feature a combined Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip designed by Apple. This chip will use the Wi-Fi 6E standard, which operates in the 6 GHz band to offer faster connection speed and reduce the interference that usually appears in congested networks. Additionally, both devices will upgrade to Bluetooth 5.3, improving the range and stability of wireless connections.
These advancements will not only make connection faster and smoother, but will also result in important advantage in terms of compatibility with other smart home devices, thus strengthening the Apple ecosystem.
The Apple TV 4K of 2025: more powerful and more economical
In the case of the Apple TV 4K, it is expected to feature an updated A-series chip, likely superior to the current model's A15 Bionic. This will result in a more agile performanceperfect for streaming, gaming and using various apps. Additionally, it could include a camera for making video calls directly from the TV, using FaceTime integration.
But the real surprise might be in the price. According to various sources, the Apple TV 4K will start at just $99, significantly less than previous models. The move aims to make it more competitive with alternative options like Amazon's Fire TV Stick.
The most powerful HomePod mini and more colors
On the other hand, the HomePod mini would not only maintain the sound quality which characterizes the HomePod range, but would also add new colors and a more powerful S series processor to improve sound quality and also improve the management of sound transfer from other Apple devices, for which the new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip , which will help improve latency and reduce interference.
When will the launch take place?
Rumors indicate that both devices They could be presented jointly at the end of 2025leaving room for further launches this spring and at WWDC 2025. Previous rumors spoke of a possible launch in spring this year, but Gurman assures that it won't be until the end of the year that we'll be able to see new devices.
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