8 Things Apple’s $299 HomeView Can Do That You Probably Didn’t Expect From a Smart Home Screen
Apple HomeView launches November 13 with recipe walkthroughs, multi-timer support, proximity-aware display, and a CarPlay-style app framework at $299.
HomeView puts Apple more at the center of your home. Here, we cover the latest HomeView news and take a closer look at how it fits into everyday life, especially if you already use an iPhone or other Apple devices.
If you’re thinking about buying one, our coverage will help you decide whether it deserves a spot in your home. You’ll also find practical advice on getting more out of HomeView, plus deals when prices drop.
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Apple HomeView launches November 13 with recipe walkthroughs, multi-timer support, proximity-aware display, and a CarPlay-style app framework at $299.
Apple HomeView ships with 15 built-in apps and relies on CarPlay for third-party access. See the full app list and what’s missing before you pre-order.
Amazon is offering the first pre-order discount on Apple’s new HomeView smart home hub, dropping it to $289.99 ahead of the November 13 launch.
Apple HomeView includes temperature and humidity sensors that feed into its new LG and Schneider Electric thermostats, potentially cutting the need for extra room sensors.
Apple HomeView launches November 13 with seven display faces including Snoopy animations, a live nine-camera feed, and a photo frame mode with depth effects.
Apple HomeView repair fees are $39 with AppleCare+ or $279 without. Here’s what coverage costs and why the math matters for this shared home device.
Apple HomeView supports Spotify, Audible, and other third-party apps, but only through a CarPlay-style link to a nearby iPhone or iPad. No on-device App Store.
The fourth-gen Apple TV 4K adds four-HomePod surround sound, but it only works with current HomePod hardware and starts at $299.
Apple HomeView’s guided recipe mode works only with Safari-based recipes, leaving third-party app users without support when the device launches November 13.
Apple’s wall-mounted HomeView carries the same $299 price as the speaker model but drops the woofer and requires a separate mount starting at $60.