The iPad-like device, which will reportedly be available as soon as next March, has a six-inch display with thick edges, a built-in camera, a rechargeable battery, and speakers, according to Gurman. The plan is to have Siri and Apple Intelligence voice control support as well.

Apple Inc., aiming to catch up with rivals in the smart home market, is nearing the launch of a new product category: a wall-mounted display that can control appliances, handle videoconferencing, and use AI to navigate apps.

Apple is preparing to announce a new smart home hub, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. As soon as March 2025, the company could debut a wall-mounted tablet that functions as a control center for smart home devices, supports video calls, and integrates Apple’s advanced AI, dubbed Apple Intelligence.