Years later, Apple is preparing to make some important changes for Apple TV. References in the software beta showed that it was working on new designs for the device. In this context, rumors of an Apple TV with a built-in camera continue.
Built-in camera claim for Apple TV
Today Apple TV; It supports FaceTime calls via AirPlay. However, it is necessary to pair the device with an iPhone or iPad. It has been claimed for years that Apple was developing Apple TV with a camera for video calling. These rumors have come to light again.

The lack of a camera stands out as one of several major shortcomings in Apple’s consumer device lineup. New claims revealed that Apple has tried various designs that could close this gap in the last two years.
In the news last year, it was stated that Apple had developed a device called “HomeHub” that combines iPad and HomePod in a single device. Later that year, some references to unreleased Apple TV models and drivers were made in tvOS betas.
This strengthened the claims of a camera-equipped Apple TV. A tvOS beta, last released at the beginning of 2024, revealed a new Apple TV model with the A16 Bionic chip. It is also rumored that this device can make video calls.
Recent sources close to Apple have stated that the company is working on a “renewed Apple TV that includes a camera and gesture-based controls for FaceTime.” It should be noted that Apple has not yet officially approved such a device.