Apple’s upcoming smart home hub may feature a robotic swiveling base

Apple’s long-rumored smart home hub, featuring a small display, speakers, and heavy AI integration, may include a novel robotic swiveling base that allows it to automatically turn and face users in the room.
According to a new report from The Information, this enhanced desktop version of the device — distinct from prior rumors of a static HomePod-like base or wall-mounted model — could launch as early as spring 2026, coinciding with upgraded Siri features in iOS 26.4.
Juli Clo