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Apple Said to Delay Smart Home Display to September as Siri Revamp Slips

Reports say the unannounced device hinges on a revamped Siri powering an AI-first home hub interface.

Overview

  • Bloomberg reports the smart display hardware, code-named J490, has been complete for months but is being held until the new Siri is ready.
  • The latest target aligns with iOS 27 and tvOS 27 after earlier plans pointed to launches in spring 2025 and then early 2026.
  • Descriptions across outlets point to a roughly 7-inch square screen with a camera, facial recognition, person-aware personalization, and options for wall mounting or a half-dome speaker base.
  • Leaker Kosutami claims a prototype uses a MagSafe-like snap-to-wall mount and supports doorbell integration, which remains unconfirmed by Apple.
  • Reports also cite multiple variants and a larger robotic-arm model planned later, with pricing around $300–$400 and possible BYD production in Vietnam characterized as speculative.