Rumors surrounding Apple's development of Apple TV and HomePod hybrid devices with touchscreens have been circulating for years, and recent findings within the tvOS 18 update suggest that Apple is indeed making progress in the home technology space. A touchscreen interface dubbed "PlasterBoard" was discovered in tvOS 18 beta 3 by 9to5Mac, signaling a potential evolution in products like the HomePod which share software roots with tvOS. This interface currently features a Lock Screen with a touch-based keyboard for passcode entry, hinting at future functionality. Speculation suggests that Apple is exploring various prototypes, including a HomePod with a touch display, a hybrid HomePod and Apple TV device with a camera, and an iPad/HomePod combo serving as a centralized home hub. Leaked images and code snippets further fuel anticipation for these innovative devices, with a potential HomePod featuring a 7-inch display expected to launch in 2024. The presence of a new "Home Accessory" device identifier hints at future developments, potentially incorporating the powerful A18 chip expected in the upcoming iPhone 16 lineup.