Apple plans to add a camera to Apple TV, and gesture interactive control may become a new highlight

News on April 8, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in the latest Power On newsletter, Apple is planning to add a camera to its Apple TV device to support FaceTime and other video calling applications.

In the latest tvOS 17 system update, the FaceTime application has been added, allowing users to make video calls through an iPhone or iPad connected to the rear camera. This innovative feature provides users with a more convenient video calling experience.

# According to the editor’s understanding, Apple TV is expected to achieve “gesture-based interactive control” in the future after integrating the camera. However, Gurman did not provide further details about this feature in the communication. According to analysis, "gesture-based interactive control" may have two application scenarios. It may be limited to use in video calls. For example, in video calling applications such as FaceTime, users can use gesture operations to produce 3D effects on the screen, adding more fun to video calls. Secondly, this gesture interaction may also be extended to the entire tvOS system, and users can operate Apple TV through gestures.

Gurman also mentioned that Apple is considering launching a "lightweight smart display." The product, similar to a low-end iPad, can be easily moved around the home and connected to charging centers around the house as needed. It is reported that Apple has begun a small-scale test production of screens for this product, but has not yet decided whether to proceed with the project. This lightweight smart display is expected to further enrich Apple's smart home product line and provide users with a more convenient and faster smart home control experience.

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