This product is said to be part of Apple's strategy to advance in the smart home arena, where it has traditionally lagged behind Google and Amazon. Bloomberg reports that CEO Tim Cook has prioritized the development of this display as part of a broader push to strengthen Apple's presence in smart home technology.

The iPad-like device, which will reportedly be available as soon as next March, has a six-inch display with thick edges, a built-in camera, a rechargeable battery, and speakers, according to Gurman. The plan is to have Siri and Apple Intelligence voice control support as well.

After months of speculation, juicy details—albeit rumored—about Apple's first home device finally come to light.