Why Apple’s next computer should be for the smart home

An Apple Home computer could combine a Wi-Fi router, an AI-powered smart home hub, and local storage into a single device. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge John Ternus didn't mention Apple Home once during his first keynote as Apple CEO . But he did open by describing an "intelligent personal hub" that prioritizes local processing, protects your privacy, and integrates with all your other devices, apps, and services.