Apple is gearing up to launch three AI‑powered smart‑home devices, a push tied to its refreshed Foundation Models that were trained with Google Gemini. The centerpiece is an unnamed Home Hub tablet that attaches to accessories via magnetic connectors, and could integrate with existing Apple ecosystem. A larger 9‑inch variant and a robotic‑arm version are also described.

Industry tracking from Bloomberg’s Power On newsletter says production has already begun, though Apple has not set a firm release window. The 6‑inch base model would serve as a portable hub, while the 7‑inch sibling adds a speaker base or wall mount, allowing multiple tablets to share the same magnetic interface across a household, making setup intuitive for all family members.

The third item is a simple smart doorbell camera that upgrades Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video with on‑device facial recognition, letting Siri announce known visitors by name. If Apple rolls these units out alongside the next Foundation Model release—likely at the September iPhone event—consumers will finally see AI woven into everyday home hardware rather than just cloud services, enhancing home security while preserving privacy.