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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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What
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.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:00:20 GMT · 2h 55m ago
Where
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Why
Apple's smart home efforts have been "half-hearted until now," and a new homeOS could address issues with HomeKit, such as clunky automation and "no response" errors, and bridge the streaming and smart home worlds.
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This strategic move could streamline Apple's smart home offerings, improve user experience, and potentially require many users to upgrade their Apple TV devices to access new features and services, fostering sales in other related product categories. The integration of homeOS with Apple Intelligence and a more capable Siri AI aims to make Apple competitive with Amazon Alexa and Google Home in the smart home market.

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