Overview
- Prototype collector Kosutami posted that the HomePad is expected in the fall of 2026, though Apple has not announced the product.
- Reports describe a roughly 7-inch square display with an A18-class chip, a front ultra‑wide camera with Center Stage, Face ID, and proximity sensors that tailor content to nearby users.
- Two versions are rumored, including a wall‑mounted model and a countertop unit with a speaker base similar to a HomePod mini.
- Coverage attributes repeated delays to Apple waiting on a major Siri upgrade, with some reports pointing to upcoming iOS 26.x timelines as the gating factor.
- The price is rumored in the US$300–$400 range, often cited around US$350, alongside talk of additional Apple Home hardware such as a security camera and video doorbell.