Apple to Launch Smart Home Device in 2025 with iOS 18.2 AI Features
- Apple is set to launch a new product category in 2025, which is a smart home speaker/display hybrid that will serve as a control hub for smart devices. This innovative gadget is expected to resemble a compact iPad on a retro-inspired iMac G3-style stand, featuring built-in speakers.
- The new device will include basic applications such as FaceTime, Notes, Photos, and Calendar, but it will not run a full iPad OS. This product aims to enhance the smart home experience by integrating various devices into a single platform.
- In addition to the new product, Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.2, which will introduce significant AI features like Genmoji and the Image Playground app. These features will allow users to create generative emojis and generate images, respectively, enhancing the overall user experience.
- Apple's Visual Intelligence feature, similar to Google Lens, will enable iPhones to interpret the surrounding environment and provide instant information, powered by integration with ChatGPT. This update is anticipated to arrive in December, bringing a host of new functionalities.
- Meanwhile, Samsung has launched a Special Edition Galaxy Z Fold in South Korea, featuring a significant camera upgrade to 200MP and a slimmer design compared to the Fold 6. The availability of this model outside Korea remains uncertain.
- Leaks regarding the OnePlus Open 2 / Oppo Find N5 suggest improvements such as a larger screen, a super-slim profile, enhanced cameras, and magnetic wireless charging, indicating a competitive edge in the foldable smartphone market.
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