What is being claimed?
Apple is said to be preparing to introduce new smart home products this month, along with a new operating system reportedly called homeOS. According to the report, the launch is expected on October 13.
What is homeOS?
homeOS is described as an operating system expected to bring Apple's smart home devices under a single software roof. Such a system would aim to make devices in the home work more smoothly with each other and with the broader Apple ecosystem.
Why it matters
Apple has long sought a stronger position in the smart home market. A new operating system could give the company a foundation to tie its products and services in this area together.
A cautious note
At this stage, the information rests on a claim, with no confirmed statement from Apple. The scope of the products, their pricing and the details of the system remain unclear.
