Apple unveiled a new smart-home range led by HomeView, a 7-inch display with Siri AI, plus cameras, thermostats, a lock, a HomePod Mini 2 and a new Apple TV 4K.
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01Summary
- 01HomeView starts at $299 and comes as a tabletop or wall-mounted device, with preorders beginning Tuesday and availability from Nov. 13 in several countries.
- 02Apple said HomeView can recognise up to six people, show personalised home screens and livestream up to nine camera feeds at once.
- 03The Home Collection includes indoor and outdoor cameras, thermostats, temperature sensors, a video doorbell and a smart lock made with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
- 04The HomePod Mini 2 costs $149, while the new Apple TV 4K starts at $299 and supports up to four-speaker surround sound with the new HomePods.
- 05Apple said the HomeView will not be sold in EU countries because Siri AI is not available in iOS there.
02Why it matters
The launch expands Apple’s role in the smart home and gives customers more devices for security, entertainment and household control. It may also appeal to existing Apple users because setup is tied closely to the iPhone and Apple ecosystem.
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