Apple has just announced exciting new updates for its Home products, focusing on Apple TV, the Home app, and HomePod speakers. These enhancements are designed to elevate your everyday life by providing more convenience and connectivity. Stan Ng, Apple’s vice president of Apple Watch, Audio, Health, and Home Product Marketing, emphasized the goal of improving users’ experiences with these latest updates.
Here’s a rundown of what you can expect from the upcoming features:
tvOS 18:
- InSight feature: Get real-time information about actors, characters, and music from Apple TV+ movies and shows.
- Enhanced Dialogue: Utilize machine learning for clearer vocals over background noise.
- Subtitles: Automatically appear at key moments to enhance your viewing experience.
- 21:9 support: Perfect for projectors.
- New screen savers: Enjoy Portraits, TV and Movies, and Snoopy animations.
- Redesigned Apple Fitness+: Personalized spaces, enhanced search features, and awards await you.
Apple Services and Experiences:
- SharePlay in Apple Music: Share control of music on HomePod and HomePod mini.
- FaceTime updates: Continuity Camera and Live Captions for English speakers in the U.S. and Canada.
Home App with iOS 18:
- Guest access: Easily grant access to locks, garage doors, and security systems with individualized or time-based permissions.
- Hands-free unlocking: Use home keys for supported entry locks.
- Electricity usage monitoring: Partnered with utilities like Pacific Gas & Electric Company (California) to track your home’s energy consumption.
- Robot vacuum cleaners integration: Control them through the Home app for automation tasks and Siri commands.
- AirPlay enhancements: Enjoy Spatial Audio for immersive sound experiences with Dolby Atmos support.
Stay tuned this fall for these exciting updates that will take entertainment in your home to the next level. Phones Canada is committed to keeping you informed about the latest telecommunications trends and innovations.
