Apple Announces HomeView, a New Smart Home Display
During its 'Welcome Home' event on October 13, 2026, Apple unveiled the HomeView, a new smart home hub and display. The device features a 7-inch square screen, costs $299, and is available in two versions: one for wall mounting and another with an integrated speaker base. It supports Siri AI integration, video calls, and functions as both a Matter controller and Thread Border Router. The HomeView will be pre-orderable starting the same day it was announced, with four color options—silver, starlight, rose pink, and space grey—and is set to ship on November 13. Apple had previously delayed its smart home display plans due to setbacks in upgrading Siri's AI capabilities but has now launched both the updated Siri alongside OS updates. The HomeView marks a significant step for Apple into the smart home market, leveraging its ecosystem of devices and services.
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