Apple’s roaming home robot may do FaceTime, switch lights on, and yell at your cat
Summary
Apple reportedly aims to release a roaming home robot (code-named J595) that can support FaceTime calls and automate lighting, with a potential price around $1,000 by 2027. The project showcases Apple's cautious approach to consumer robotics, balancing AI-enabled features with safety and limited use cases, amid a history of prototyping dating back to 2018.