Apple’s First Robots Are Expected to Enter Mass Production
Apple Investigating Both Humanoid and Smart Home Robots 🤖🏡
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Apple is actively researching humanoid and non-humanoid robots as potential smart home devices, according to renowned supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. However, he cautions that these robotic innovations may take years to materialize—if they ever do.
Apple’s Robot Projects Still in Early Stages 🚀
Kuo revealed that Apple’s robotics development is still in the proof-of-concept phase, meaning mass production isn’t expected until at least 2028 or later—if Apple decides to proceed at all.
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Prototypes & Research: A Glimpse Into Apple’s Robotics Lab 🔬
Apple’s robotics research team has already designed and tested a lamp-like robot with lifelike movements, showcasing early prototypes.
Meanwhile, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman previously reported that Apple is working on a tabletop robot featuring an iPad-like display on a robotic limb. If development progresses smoothly, an official announcement could happen as early as 2026 or 2027, though Kuo’s latest projection suggests 2028 or beyond.
A Smart Home Companion Powered by Siri & AI 🎙️
Gurman suggests the tabletop robot will rely on Siri and Apple Intelligence for voice interaction. It may feature:
- Face tracking for FaceTime calls 📞
- Voice recognition for personalized responses 🔊
- Adaptive movements for an interactive user experience 🌐
Apple’s High-End Smart Home Vision 💰
This tabletop robot could be a premium version of Apple’s rumored smart home hub, expected to debut this year. Apple is reportedly targeting a $1,000 price point, but final plans remain subject to change.
