**Apple Is Preparing The Ultimate Home Entertainment Package For Release This Year**
Several years subsequent to the launch of the third-generation Apple TV 4K and the second-generation HomePod, it appears that Apple is gearing up for an update of both of these favored home gadgets. Although the company has remained relatively tight-lipped regarding its home plans, this quiet phase seems poised to shift as these refreshed devices become available in the upcoming months.
According to a source knowledgeable about the situation, MacRumors reports that Apple is still set to unveil a new Apple TV 4K and a HomePod 3 later this year. If the source is accurate, Apple will be creating excitement around the anticipated growth of its home entertainment offerings in the years to come, which will allegedly include a smart home hub, projected for 2026.
Moreover, 2025 is anticipated to be a significant year for both the Apple TV and the HomePod, as these two products urgently require an upgrade to retain their edge in the home market.
**New Apple TV 4K May Indicate Apple Intelligence in tvOS**
The existing Apple TV 4K is equipped with the A15 Bionic chip and supports HDR10+. While speculation hints at a “newer chip” arriving with the next iteration, Apple might incorporate the A18 processor into the streaming box. Should this occur, there’s nothing preventing Apple from increasing the RAM on this device, potentially paving the way for Apple Intelligence compatibility.
In this scenario, the Apple TV would serve as a suitable platform for the new Siri anticipated for 2026 and additional conversational Apple Intelligence functionalities. It’s also expected that Apple will include Wi-Fi 7 in this streaming device alongside its proprietary Bluetooth and Wi-Fi chips.
Even more favorable for customers, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that Apple might reduce the pricing of this device to enhance its competitive position. For the HomePod, Apple will likely introduce its custom Wi-Fi chip and a more advanced system-on-chip for managing daily tasks. There are speculations that the speaker might even feature a display to showcase basic information, making an enhanced processor a fitting addition alongside these rumors.
**Apple TV and HomePod Continue To Provide The Best Entertainment Experience**
While I currently own the latest Apple TV 4K and a pair of HomePod 2 speakers, I eagerly anticipate upgrading my experience with the new models. Together, these two devices embody the peak of the Apple ecosystem, as regardless of how advanced my TV is, no smart TV matches the speed or user-friendly operating system of tvOS. With major features expected to debut later this year as part of tvOS 26, Apple will maintain its alignment with the latest display and audio innovations through some of its most underrated offerings.
Furthermore, as previously noted, enhanced specifications will facilitate the rollout of the postponed Apple Intelligence features, including the new Siri. If this is the case, Apple may be close to introducing its smart home hub, which was likely affected by those same delays. Therefore, if Apple can significantly boost the specifications of these home devices at a more accessible price point, these products should become immediate successes.
