According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple is planning to launch a new smart home device powered by artificial intelligence (AI) in 2024. This device, codenamed “Pantham,” is expected to combine elements of the Apple TV, HomePod, and FaceTime camera to serve as a hub for smart home controls and video communications. The device will leverage AI and machine learning to analyze data from various sensors and cameras, enabling features like facial recognition and object detection. Apple aims to compete with Google’s Nest Hub and Amazon’s Echo Show devices in the smart home market. The report suggests that the device will be primarily focused on connecting various smart home accessories and providing video capabilities for FaceTime calls. Apple’s AI efforts have lagged behind competitors like Google and Amazon, but the company is investing heavily in machine learning and AI to catch up. The new device could be a significant step in Apple’s AI strategy and its push into the smart home market.
Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-to-launch-ai-powered-smart-home-device-compete-google-2024-11