Apple’s AI struggles reason for delayed Apple TV, HomePod mini launch

[Redaktion]

New Apple TV and HomePod mini models are reportedly "ready" for launch but remain shelved as Apple struggles to finalize its revamped, AI-powered Siri. With software bottlenecks now dictating hardware cycles, the highly anticipated upgrade to the A17 Pro-powered streamer and S9-equipped smart speaker may finally debut between iOS 26.5 and iOS 27.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/Apple-s-AI-struggles-reason-for-delayed-Apple-TV-HomePod-mini-launch.1256892.0.html

[Phil995511]

To be honest, I'm interested in the new Apple TV, but I'm not at all interested in Siri or AI in general.

From my perspective, it's disappointing that they're delaying the release of this hardware for the reasons mentioned in your article. Especially since they could release this product right now and make if necessary improvements later through new firmware updates.