Apple plans to enter the smart home camera market and expand the health features of AirPods
By ForGeeks According to a new report from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is preparing to unveil its first smarter home camera, which is expected to go into mass production in 2026. The company expects to ship at least 10 million units annually, which would represent a significant share of the entire global market, which is estimated at 30-40 million units per year.
Apple is preparing to unveil its first smarter home camera.
Features and ecosystem
The new camera will be fully integrated into the Apple ecosystem, with support for Apple Intelligence and Siri for voice control and interaction with other Apple devices. This will create a unique user experience, providing a familiar interface and more convenient control.
AirPods and a focus on health
In addition, according to Kuo, Apple plans to develop AirPods as a health monitoring tool, similar to the Apple Watch. The new health features in AirPods are expected to boost their popularity, increasing sales by 5-10 million units annually. Sales are projected to increase from 48 million to 65-68 million units by 2026, when a new model of AirPods will also be introduced.
Sales are expected to increase from 48 million to 65-68 million units by 2026.
Closure
The launch of the smart camera and expanded AirPods features underscore Apple’s smart home and personal health strategy, strengthening the company’s position in these markets and offering users new opportunities within the Apple ecosystem.
