Apple Exploring Home Robots: The Next Big Thing?

Apple is reportedly exploring the development of 'home robots' as its next big venture. After years of speculation about self-driving cars and augmented reality, Apple Inc. has teams investigating a push into personal robotics, a field with the potential to become one of the company’s ever-shifting “next big things,” according to Bloomberg. Apple is exploring home robots in an effort to create its next major product.

The tech giant is pursuing two at-home robot projects, according to people close to the efforts: a mobile robot that can navigate around people’s homes, and a robotics project focused on advanced displays. It's working on a mobile robot that can follow users and a smart display.

Cautious Approach to Robotics After Car Project

With the demise of the Apple Car and the slow start of products like the Vision Pro, Apple appears to be taking a cautious approach to robotics. According to Business Insider, tech giant Apple is shifting its focus towards a new, albeit potentially risky, frontier: the home robotics market.

Navigating a Challenging Market

The home robotics space is littered with challenges and failed attempts, but Apple, known for its innovative design and user experience, aims to disrupt the market. Apple Inc. has teams investigating a push into personal robotics, a field with the potential to become one of the company’s ever-shifting “next big things,” according to sources.