The iPad Could become a Smart Home Display with the Help of a Docking Accessory Developed by Apple

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Docking Accessory by Apple

[{"selector":"#anim-10fb50b7-ac78-44f3-88f8-73d6576fec5f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(28.901366562508606%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":4000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Like Google's strategy with the Pixel Tablet, Apple has been working on a docking accessory for the iPad to enable users to convert the device into a smart home display.

Docking Accessory by Apple

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Docking Accessory by Apple

[{"selector":"#anim-8432bdd3-3863-45e2-a379-91dbb71d0f22 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(28.901366562508606%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":4000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Gurman stated today that he anticipates Apple will add comparable functionality to the iPad the following year via a docking device that would be sold separately.

Docking Accessory by Apple

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Docking Accessory by Apple

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