It has been discovered that Apple’s internal code contains hints suggesting the company is actively developing a voice assistant, potentially rivaling Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
The code references a tool with the identifier “HomeAccessory17,1,” a newly introduced identifier type. The device identifies itself as an “AudioAccessory”.
It appears that a forthcoming iPhone model, designated by the identifier 17,1, may integrate Apple’s impending A18 processor, likely to be featured in devices released later this year. The Home Accessory device would feature Apple’s A18 chip, enabling advanced AI capabilities with seamless integration into the Apple ecosystem.
The code further suggests that this “house accent” will likely operate a software variant of tvOS, akin to the HomePod. In earlier years, significant progress was made by Apple’s developers on HomeOS, a firmware potentially powering this device.
While observing a similar trend, the code also alludes to two unannounced Apple TV models bearing the identifiers AppleTV14,4 and AppleTV14,5. Speculation suggests that a revamped Apple TV may debut in 2024.
Apple is expected to unveil a slate of new products in September, including anticipated updates to its iPhone and iPad lines, as well as potentially fresh merchandise offerings.
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A code discovery on Apple’s backend by MacRumors suggests that the company is actively working on a highly anticipated smart speaker, in addition to its existing HomePod and Apple TV products. The code references a tool with the identifier “HomeAccessory 17.1”, representing a novel classification of home accessories. The device identifies itself as an “AudioAccessory”. Evidently, the numerical designation of 17.1 within an identifier signifies that.
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