Apple Bets on Tabletop Robot, Lifelike Siri to Regain AI Edge

"The product pipeline — which I can't talk about — it's amazing, guys. It's amazing," CEO Tim Cook told employees, adding that "some of it you'll see soon." The centerpiece is a desk-side companion robot targeted for 2027 that can swivel to follow users, run FaceTime and act as a proactive, day-long assistant. A lower-cost smart display aimed at home control is slated for as soon as next year, alongside battery-powered home-security cameras that would automate household functions and tie users more tightly ...