As Apple continues its search for "the next big thing" the company is said to be exploring robotics as a potential area where it could release a major new product. While still in the early development stage, the device is one of two Apple is currently investigating where robotics technology plays a key role.https://www.notebookcheck.net/Apple-exploring-home-robotics-in-wake-of-failed-Apple-Car-project.822660.0.html
Gotta find something, anything, to send out the message that Apple innovation is at work to keep stockholders hopeful/happy - especially now that it's pretty clear Apple has missed the AI train.