iOS 26 beta 4 has introduced numerous surprises beyond just an updated Liquid Glass design, new application icons, and overall stability enhancements. The most recent build may also unveil details about Apple’s forthcoming “HomePod with a screen,” as this latest software update continues to expose unannounced products.
Speculated for several years, this enigmatic device has now been referenced in iOS 26. According to discoveries from MacRumors, the newest iOS 26 beta indicates that the upcoming home device will possess a feature that the existing HomePods lack: the ability to display content.
While Apple’s smart speakers do have a screen, it is solely used for adjusting the volume, skipping tracks, or displaying Siri’s animation when addressing the virtual assistant. However, the current HomePod 2 and HomePod mini cannot present weather information, music album artwork, or other details on that display. Hence, the publication speculates that Apple is hinting at a yet-to-be-released product.
