Apple is manufacturing a Siri smart speaker to rival Alexa

Apple has started manufacturing a Siri-controlled smart speaker to rival the Amazon Echo and Google Home, according to a new report. Sources suggest Apple could be unveiling the speakers at the annual developer conference on 5 to 9 June in San Jose, with a public release later in the year. The product is believed to be aimed at bringing Apple AI into the home, but will have a higher price tag that the Amazon range, which begins at $49 (£49) for the Echo Dot. Sources say Apple could be unveiling the Siri speakers at the annual developer conference on 5 to 9 June with release later in the year. The product is believed to be aimed at bringing Apple AI into the home, and will have a higher price tag that the Amazon range, which begins at $49 (£49) for the Echo Dot. The speaker will provide a hub for appliances via Apple's HomeKit system and establish a centre inside the home to lock people in to using other Apple services, according to the report.