Apple's upcoming smart speaker with a display, referred to as HomePad or Home Hub, is reportedly launching later this year. The latest macOS 26.7 beta has confirmed the device's existence, though not its official name. Code analysis reveals that while the HomePad will run a variant of tvOS, it will function more like a large Apple Watch. Its home screen will feature "Faces" and a "Face Gallery," similar to Apple Watch faces but larger and customizable with widgets and Smart Stacks. iPhone app widgets can also be added to the HomePad. As a privacy feature, personal information in widgets will only display when an iPhone is nearby. According to the code, Apple will release the HomePad in two versions: one with a speaker base and another designed for wall mounting.

The device represents Apple's expansion into the smart home display market, combining speaker functionality with visual interface capabilities. The integration of tvOS suggests seamless connectivity with other Apple devices and services.

Code references indicate the launch timeline targets later this year, though specific dates remain unconfirmed.