Apple is planning to launch a wall-mounted display that can control devices, handle video conferencing and use artificial intelligence to navigate apps. Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people with knowledge of the effort.
The product, code-named J490, could be announced as early as March, the report said, adding that it will highlight the new AI platform. apple intelligence,
Apple did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
The report says that high-end devices could cost up to $1,000 depending on the components being used, but display-only devices will cost much less than that.
The potential device launch comes as the tech giant looks to compete with rivals in the smart home market, including Google’s Nest Hub and Amazon’s Echo Show and Echo Hub Smart display.
Bloomberg News said the AI Wall tablet, which resembles a square iPad and is about the same size as two iPhones, has a screen of about 6 inches and will be offered in silver and black colors.
The report states that the product will be a standalone device, but will require an iPhone for some functions.
