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Apple to compete with Amazon, Google in smart home category
After relaunching its larger HomePod speaker, Apple is now working on a smart home lineup.
The category will include smart displays and a faster TV set-top box. The company is likely to start off with a low-end iPad that can control thermostats, lights and handle Facetime chats.
With the help of magnetic fasteners, these products could be set up on walls or other locations to make them home gadgets. As a move to accommodate and control more products, Apple has also redesigned the Home app.
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As per Bloomberg, the company has agreed to support the new Matter protocol. Through Matter Protocol, Apple will be able to work with its competitors.
As of now, Apple has been struggling in the smart home market. However, the new range of products in the category will give comPetition to Google and Amazon.
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