Apple reportedly plans a $1,000-plus home robot
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Ars Technica reports that Apple's AI home robot, codenamed J595, first appeared as a prototype in 2018 and was approved for development by then-CEO Tim Cook. Apple aims to launch it as early as 2027, though development delays could push it to 2028. The robot may be called HomeView Ultra, priced above $1,000, able to move on its own, support FaceTime calls and turn on lights when someone enters a room. The name and launch date are not yet settled.
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- Ars Technica · AIComing in 2027: Apple’s $1,000 home robot for FaceTime and switching on lights
Apple 计划最早 2027 年推出代号 J595 的 AI 家用机器人，可能命名为 HomeView Ultra，售价 1000 美元以上，开发延迟或推迟至 2028 年。该机器人可自主移动、支持 FaceTime 通话，并在有人进入房间时自动开灯。其原型最早于 2018 年出现，获前 CEO Tim Cook 批准推进。
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