There have been many rumors that Apple will launch a HomePod with a screen design. The relevant statements indicate that this device will be positioned as a home control center, or a device for managing smart connected home appliances. It is further stated that many of the supply chains behind it come from China, and even the assembly is handled by BYD.
Market sources indicate that the HomePod with a screen design uses a display panel of approximately 7 inches and uses an LCD display panel instead of the previously rumored OLED. It is exclusively provided by China's Tianma Microelectronics at a cost of only US$10, while the LCD backlight module is provided by Taiwan's Radiant Optoelectronics.
Overall, the HomePod with a screen design is designed to maintain cost considerations, which means that the price of this product may not be high and can be purchased and used by many users.
according toPrevious NotesThis device serves as the operation center of a smart home and can also perform application functions similar to products such as Google Nest Hub or Amazon Echo Show. The hardware is equipped with an A18 processor and a 6-7-inch touch screen. It also supports "Apple Intelligence" services and provides two specifications. The high-end specification will be sold at a price of around US$1000.
According to relevant rumors, this product will combine the functions of HomePod, Apple TV and FaceTime, and the screen will be magnetically fixed to a device similar to HomePod for use, or it will use a mechanical structure that can change the direction of use by rotation.
As for the launch time, this device may be put on the market in the third quarter of 2025, which is slightly later than previously estimated.
