Code from the iOS 27.3 beta suggests Apple could add support for chatbots to its smart home hub. There is a flag listed for the “Conversational Apps” category. While there are no details on what apps would be included under that title, it seems reasonable that AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude could be added to HomeView. According to pdfu on
Apple has also added anti-spoofing protection that will require the user to authenticate with an iPhone after three failed attempts. It will also feature a lockout system with increasingly longer wait times, starting at one hour for the second lockout and reaching eight for the fourth.
Apple has not officially announced any features and there is no word on when they might be available.