According to a recent report by Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, Apple has no intention of restarting its AirPort router product line, which was discontinued in 2018. Despite the company's development of in-house Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip technology, there are currently no plans to revive the AirPort brand.
However, Gurman's revelations suggest that Apple's in-house Wi-Fi chip technology is quite advanced and, theoretically, could enable future Apple TV or HomePod devices to function as Wi-Fi access points. These chips will first be used in new Apple TV and HomePod mini products set to launch in 2025 and may support Wi-Fi 6E technology.
This news comes at a time when the demand for reliable and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity is on the rise, making Apple's decision to focus on other areas, such as camera technology, a significant move. Interested readers can stay up to date with the latest Apple news and rumors on popular tech websites like MacRumors.