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Apple is rumored to be preparing a fresh assault on the smart home market with new devices and a new operating system called homeOS, potentially replacing tvOS on future Apple TV models.

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Who
Apple
What
Apple is rumored to be preparing a fresh assault on the smart home market with new devices and a new operating system called homeOS, potentially replacing tvOS on future Apple TV models.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:00:20 GMT · 2h 52m ago
Where
WWDC keynote ·
Why
Apple's previous smart home efforts have been half-hearted, and homeOS could address issues with HomeKit, such as clunky automation and connectivity errors.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This potential shift could significantly enhance Apple's smart home ecosystem, making the Apple TV a central hub for controlling smart devices and spurring sales in other product categories, while also requiring users to upgrade to newer hardware to utilize new features.

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  1. Technology2h 52m ago
    Apple is rumored to be preparing a fresh assault led by an assortment of new devices including updated HomePods, a smart doorbell/security camera, and its first-ever smart display, potentially running a new operating system dubbed homeOS.
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  2. Technology2h 52m ago
    Apple is rumored to be preparing a fresh assault led by an assortment of new devices, potentially including updated HomePods, a smart doorbell, security camera, and its first-ever smart display, all possibly underpinned by a new operating system dubbed homeOS.
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  3. Technology2h 52m ago
    Apple is rumored to be preparing a fresh assault on the smart home market with new devices and a new operating system dubbed homeOS, potentially replacing tvOS on the next-generation Apple TV.
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  4. Currently Reading2h 52m ago
    Apple is rumored to be preparing a fresh assault on the smart home market with new devices and a new operating system called homeOS, potentially replacing tvOS on future Apple TV models.
  5. Technology2h 52m ago
    Apple might be transitioning its next Apple TV to a new homeOS, potentially replacing tvOS, to integrate more deeply with its smart home ecosystem, which could include updated HomePods, a smart doorbell, and a smart display.
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