Apple Rumored to Revisit Plans for Television Hardware Amid Smart Home Expansion

It looks like Apple might be thinking about jumping into the television hardware market. Recent rumors are buzzing about this possibility.

Mark Gurman from Bloomberg recently shared some insights. He talked about Apple’s plans for a smart home command center, which would be similar to the Amazon Echo Hub and Google Nest Hub. If this product takes off, it could lead to other Apple devices, like home cameras, speakers, and maybe even a television.

Now, the idea of an Apple television isn’t new. It was first suggested over ten years ago. But guess what? Apple is reportedly taking another look at it.

Gurman is a well-respected name in Apple news, so his insights carry weight. While Apple is just “evaluating” the TV concept, insiders are definitely paying attention.

He didn't dive into specific details about the potential TV. However, he did mention that the success of the command center could determine whether future devices, including the TV, get developed further.

Remember when Apple first proposed a television? It was a 40-inch set with a price tag of $2,000. Essentially, it was an Apple TV merged with a flat-screen display.

The big question now is whether people would actually want it. Apple isn’t exactly known for affordability. These days, you can find a solid 65-inch TV for under $500.

It seems unlikely that Apple could create a TV with significantly better picture quality than what’s already out there. So, the real selling points would need to be user experience and how well it integrates with other Apple products. In a market that’s already crowded, Apple would need to offer something truly special to stand out.