Bloomberg: Apple Intelligence to Become the Brain of a Desktop "Robot"

A screen on a stand that can simulate head movements will feature an advanced Siri with integrated Apple Intelligence. This was reported by Mark Gurman from Bloomberg.

The "robot" will resemble a cross between a HomePod and an iPad. It will have a screen mounted on a base similar to a smart speaker, which can nod the screen like a head, adding a sense of liveliness and human-like qualities. This should look very cute, reminiscent of the Pixar lamp.

Mr. Gurman has been talking about such a device for several years, but previously it was just referred to in insider reports as a "HomePod with a screen." Now it is being attributed with new features.

There is still limited information about this "robot":

🔹 Apple Intelligence will not work in the HomePod and other less powerful devices. According to the company, AI requires at least the A17 Pro chip, which is only installed in the fifteenth "Pro" models.

🔹 In addition to the desktop "robot," there will also be a large "robot" on wheels. However, there is no information yet about its AI capabilities. But it can be assumed that Apple will certainly equip it with its intelligence.

Last week, information emerged about a certain home device with an A18 chip and modified tvOS. In the iOS 18 beta code, it is referred to as HomeAccessory17,1. It is not yet clear what exactly this gadget is, but it is likely the same desktop "robot."

The mention of the device in the iOS 18 beta does not indicate an imminent release. The device could remain in mentions for several years before its release. However, it could also be launched as early as this year.