What does Apple's robot do?

It roams autonomously between rooms, supports FaceTime video calls and turns on lights when someone enters a room, as reported by The Information via Techblog.gr.

What year is it expected to launch?

Apple's target is 2027. If development delays arise, the release could be pushed to 2028.

How much will it cost?

The price is expected to start at $1,000, about €895 according to Techblog.gr. Digital Life notes that it may exceed that amount.

Will it be called the HomeView Ultra?

It's possible. The codename is J595, and the name HomeView Ultra would match the stationary HomeView smart display.

Apple: Home Robot Priced From $1,000 Coming in 2027

Apple is working on a home robot that makes FaceTime calls and turns on lights, targeting 2027 and a price from $1,000, according to The Information.

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Key facts

Apple's robot has the internal codename J595 and may launch as the HomeView Ultra.
Apple is aiming for a release in 2027, but delays could push it to 2028.
The price is expected to start at $1,000, which Techblog.gr converts to about €895, while Digital Life writes that it could exceed that.
Apple has about 10 robotics engineers and about 300 people working on the project's software.
CEO John Ternus also backs a second project for robots that would do household chores, such as folding clothes.

A robot that moves from room to room

Apple is reportedly preparing a device that won't stay fixed to a shelf or a table. It is an AI-powered home robot that moves between rooms on its own, receives and makes FaceTime video calls, and handles simple automations. One example is a light that turns on as soon as someone enters the room. The report that mentions these details comes from The Information, and it is relayed by Techblog.gr and Digital Life.

Internally the project is called J595. On the market it may be released as the HomeView Ultra, which would link it to HomeView, the company's new stationary smart display. Techblog.gr notes that the information comes from people who have worked on Apple's robotics projects.

Digital Life stresses that, unlike an ordinary smart display, the device will be able to follow the user around the home. More details about its capabilities have not been disclosed.

When and how much: 2027 and over $1,000

Apple is looking at 2027 for the unveiling. If development is delayed, the release could slip to 2028, and both sites present this as a possible scenario.

On price, the two sources differ slightly in wording. Techblog.gr speaks of $1,000 or more and adds about €895 as a conversion. Digital Life writes that the cost may exceed $1,000. Neither source gives a price for Greece or any information about availability in the Greek market.

A small team and a leader with ambitions

Behind the project stands Apple's new CEO, John Ternus. He also backs a second effort, involving robots for practical chores, such as folding clothes. Techblog.gr adds that it is not clear whether the company ultimately wants a general-purpose humanoid robot.

The story did not begin now. The first prototypes date back to 2018, and the then CEO, Tim Cook, gave the green light to continue the work. Since then, engineers have been developing the software and adding artificial intelligence. According to Techblog.gr, they are searching for features that would justify the high price, so that the product is not seen as an expensive way to make video calls.

The hardware team is small. One of the report's sources speaks of about 10 “real” robotics engineers, since several members of the original team left. About 300 people work on the software.

Digital Life estimates that the robot will have to prove that autonomous movement offers something meaningful. As it writes, the market already has smart displays, automation systems and robot vacuums. According to the same outlet, Apple is for now choosing a more limited approach than a general-purpose humanoid.

Questions and answers

What does Apple's robot do?: It roams autonomously between rooms, supports FaceTime video calls and turns on lights when someone enters a room, as reported by The Information via Techblog.gr.
What year is it expected to launch?: Apple's target is 2027. If development delays arise, the release could be pushed to 2028.
How much will it cost?: The price is expected to start at $1,000, about €895 according to Techblog.gr. Digital Life notes that it may exceed that amount.
Will it be called the HomeView Ultra?: It's possible. The codename is J595, and the name HomeView Ultra would match the stationary HomeView smart display.

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