# Apple's J595 Home Robot May Be Named HomeView Ultra, Planned for Launch in 2027 at Over $1,000

- Source: Ars Technica
- Published: 2026-11-02T18:32:21.000Z
- RoboHot: https://robohot.news/en/items/fydyrxl7j2bdyxt1g57q89266
- Original: https://arstechnica.com/apple/2026/11/apples-roaming-home-robot-may-do-facetime-switch-lights-on-and-yell-at-your-cat/

## Summary

Apple's home robot, codenamed J595, may be named HomeView Ultra. It is positioned as able to move autonomously, support FaceTime calls, and turn on lights when someone enters a room. The target is a launch in 2027 at a price above $1,000, with development delays possibly pushing it to 2028.