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Posted From Mid Atlantic Consulting Blog - Apple’s rumored smart display could come later than originally planned Apple is now thought to release its rumored inexpensive smart display for the connected home in the fall of 2025 instead of the spring. Reputable supply chain Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo wrote in a post on Medium that an affordable tablet-style display—also referred to as a HomePod with a screen—will be central to Apple’s renewed push into the connected home market. “The delay in production is mainly due to software development,” he wrote. Apple could be developing other smart home devi .... (Click link to read entire article) https://buff.ly/3OJfN4U

🏠 Smart Home Evolution: Apple's Screen-Equipped HomePod Coming in 2025 Interesting shift in Apple's smart home strategy: A new HomePod with a 6-7" display is reportedly in the works. Running on the A18 chip and potentially featuring Apple Intelligence, this could be Apple's answer to the evolving smart home landscape. While we may have to wait until Q3 2025, this hybrid device could redefine how we interact with our smart homes. What features would you want to see in this next-gen HomePod? I'm excited for all things Apple, as usual! #Apple #SmartHome #Tech #Innovation #HomePod #FutureOfTech https://lnkd.in/gDdm8uMR

Apple's rumored big push into the smart home market is set for 2025, and it looks like it's going to be HUGE! Mark Gurman wrote about this in his latest Newsletter (see link in comments). 💡 Apple Intelligence will be at the heart of everything, ready to take smart home automation to the next level. With the new App Intents system, Siri will soon be able to control even more within apps. Imagine the convenience of managing your entire household (lights, entertainment, climate, everything) and configuring automations just by talking, without lifting a finger. The future is closer than you think! ⏰ Now is the time to get ahead of the curve! 🧠 Start thinking about what your product can offer in this exciting new world of AI assistants. Defining key user journeys and innovative business cases today will put you in a prime position when the next big step in the smart home evolution truly takes off. Don't wait. Let's make your product AI-ready for 2025! 🚀 Want to explore the possibilities? Contact me or my team at grandcentrix 📲

“The [Eve Systems] weather data can also be checked via an app or voice assistant compatible with the #Matter platform, which previously was only Apple Home, but with Matter, expands to all other Matter compatible ecosystems, like Google, Amazon, and SmartThings.” HomeKit News https://bit.ly/3Sn9KFu #csaiot #standardsmatter #iotsolutions #iotsecurity #globaltech #buildwithmatter

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 Apple is gearing up to launch an AI-driven wall tablet. According to Bloomberg, this device could debut as early as March. The tablet is designed to elevate smart home functionality. It will seamlessly integrate with Apple’s HomeKit ecosystem. Users can expect smart control over lights, locks, and climate settings. Reports hint at advanced AI for personalized home automation. This means the device could learn and adapt to routines. The tablet might also serve as a communication hub, linking Apple devices. With voice and touch control, it promises a user-friendly interface. Competing with Amazon’s Echo Show, Apple is betting on superior design and AI. The device aims to strengthen Apple's foothold in smart home tech. Enhanced security and privacy, a hallmark of Apple, are expected. This announcement signifies a major step in Apple’s smart home strategy. Industry experts anticipate more AI-powered features as the market evolves. Consumers are eager to see how Apple differentiates this device. If successful, it could reshape the smart home landscape entirely. Apple’s innovation will set new benchmarks for integrated home technology. The world is watching to see how this device performs. #Apple #AI #HomeAutomation #TechnologyNews #AIInnovation

The resurgence of smart displays brings both promise and concerns. On the positive side, a product like Apple’s rumored smart display could set a new standard in smart home hubs, offering secure device management and prioritizing user privacy—a welcome change for consumers wary of data tracking. However, the push for more smart displays from companies like Amazon, especially those monetizing user data, suggests a potential shift towards subscription models and increased ad presence, raising privacy questions. Ultimately, for smart displays to gain lasting traction, they must focus on user-centric benefits rather than serving as ad-driven, data-collecting platforms. #Smartdisplays #homehubs #IT

Apple’s new ‘HomePad’ is exactly what I want in a home device

That would be incredibly convenient, wouldn't it? This scenario is actually a real possibility with today’s smart home technology. By setting up a smart home system that includes voice-controlled devices like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit, you can control your lights and other devices with simple voice commands.

Following this advice can be helpful if you've got an Echo Dot #smartspeaker. #techtips