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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.
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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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