According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is researching and working on AI robots, with the aim of creating new potential products in the home robot.
The company is said to be looking to build a robot that could follow its owner or a robotic device with screens. The robotic display project is the most advanced so far, but it has faced several issues. It has been dropped from the company’s plans at times but has recently been reintroduced to Apple’s plans. Both projects are still in the “early research phase,” which means we could see them at some point in the future or… never. It’s not uncommon for a product to be dropped before launch, depending on the company’s needs and priorities.
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Apple's vice president of Hardware Engineering, Matt Costello, and Senior Director of Home Hardware Engineering, Brian Lynch, are reportedly leading the robotics projects. Apple's AI team is also working on algorithms to help robots navigate people's homes, a piece that could be tied to the mobile robot project.
According to Bloomberg, Apple is hiring for these projects, asking candidates to help “shape the artificial intelligence that will power the next generation of Apple products.” Additionally, the site says Apple is looking for engineers and researchers to “help research, define, and develop complex robotic systems and real-world experiences.”
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Apple's potential interest in home AI robots may be related to the withdrawal of the Apple Car project. The company had been working on an autonomous electric vehicle, but recently decided to leave it behind.
In the world of robotics, Apple will join another emerging but competitive landscape, with Amazon, Roomba and Unitree already launching products in the home robotics space. The home robot market is in constant growth, with technology evolving at a rapid pace. These robots are designed to help with various household tasks, such as cleaning, cooking and childcare.
Consumers are beginning to recognize the value of home robots and demand is growing. However, the high price and lack of trust in the technology are barriers to their wider adoption.
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Companies operating in the home robot sector are investing in research and development to improve the technology and create more advanced and useful products.
Apple's entry into the home robot market could be a game-changer, as the company has a reputation for innovation and quality. The potential launch of Apple's AI-powered robot is expected to boost the market and encourage the development of new technologies.
Source: www.pcmag.com
