Apple TV rumors suggest built-in microphone and remote speaker
Leaked specifications indicate the upcoming Apple TV may include an integrated microphone and a remote with a speaker, alongside an A19 chip and a launch date of October 30.
New reports suggest that the forthcoming Apple TV will feature a built-in microphone, allowing users to issue Siri commands without needing to speak into the remote or a separate HomePod device. The same source indicates that the updated remote could include a speaker capable of emitting sounds to help locate the controller if it is misplaced.
The microphone integration may also enable the Apple TV to act as a basic smart-home hub, managing devices such as thermostats and door locks directly from the set-top box. The device is expected to be powered by an A19 chip that will support Siri’s artificial-intelligence functions.
According to the leak, the product line is slated to begin shipping on October 30, coinciding with a refreshed HomePod Mini release.