Apple launches HomeView, a $299 smart home hub, supporting personalized Siri and home device control

Apple launches HomeView, a $299 smart home hub, supporting personalized Siri and home device control

2026-10-13 13:18View Original

It is reported that Apple has launched HomeView, a smart home hub priced at $299, supporting control of smart home devices, FaceTime calls, music playback, video streaming, and photo slideshow functionalities. HomeView features an updated version of Siri capable of recognizing household members and displaying personalized messages, contacts, calendars, notes, and frequently used apps based on individual user profiles;

The device measures approximately 7 inches in width, equipped with a front-facing FaceTime camera, microphone, and speaker, but lacks a rear-facing camera, offering both desktop stand and wall-mount variants. Pre-orders for HomeView are now open, with availability set for November 13th, available in four color options: Silver, Starlight, Rose Pink, and Deep Space Gray.

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