Apple's Home Accessory Plans Confirmed by Leak

Tech & AI | July 4, 2024, 2:53 p.m.

Apple has been confirmed to be working on a new home accessory, in addition to the HomePod and Apple TV, as discovered by MacRumors in backend code. The device, identified as "HomeAccessory17,1," indicates a potential connection to Apple's upcoming A18 chip, suggesting significant power and potential for Apple Intelligence technology. This home accessory is expected to run a software variant of tvOS, similar to the HomePod, and may be part of Apple's rumored homeOS firmware. Additionally, two new Apple TV models, AppleTV14,4 and AppleTV14,5, were also referenced in the code, hinting at upcoming updates. Rumors speculate that the refreshed Apple TV models may launch in 2024. Apple is anticipated to unveil new products, including iPhones and iPads, in September.