Apple reportedly plans to launch HomePad and homeOS on October 13
Apple reportedly plans to unveil the HomePad smart-home hub with a new operating system called homeOS on October 13. Siri is expected to be the main interaction method, while touch controls will also be supported.
A forecast as of publication. An announcement and on-sale availability require separate confirmation.
Apple is reportedly preparing to unveil the HomePad smart-home hub alongside a new operating system that may be called homeOS on October 13.
The system is expected to combine design elements from Apple’s other operating systems. Its main interface would feature photo slideshows and clock displays, with users swiping up to open the app launcher.
Siri expected to lead interactions
Mark Gurman says Siri will be central to homeOS and its approach to personal search, including requests for songs, podcasts, notes, calendar items and photos. Touch input will also be available for controlling apps.
Built-in apps may include Music, Podcasts, Photos, Weather, FaceTime, Notes, Calendar, Messages and Reminders. An App Store is not expected, though third-party widgets could be brought over from an iPhone.
The launch date and the homeOS name remain reported or rumored rather than officially confirmed by Apple. Bloomberg and Mark Gurman also link the system to the new HomePad device, but Apple has not confirmed those details in the supplied material.
What we know
- Apple reportedly plans to unveil HomePad and homeOS on October 13.
- Siri is expected to be the primary way users interact with homeOS.
- The system may include Music, Podcasts, Photos, Weather, FaceTime, Notes, Calendar, Messages and Reminders.
- An App Store is reportedly not planned, but third-party widgets could be transferred from an iPhone.
Trust: Single source
- The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
- Sources: 9to5Mac.
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