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Apple HomeView
Apple's new 7-inch smart-home hub, shipping November 13, at $299.
It's brand new and on pre-order now.
At a glance
Our take
A first-generation product shipping November 13. Apple has said a software update with a Siri fix is due in December. If you're not in a hurry, waiting for early owner reports is sensible.
Research-based: we haven't tested this model ourselves. It's built from Apple's specs, published tests and owner reports.
Pros & cons
What's good
- 7-inch smart-home control screen
- Tabletop or wall-mounted
- $299 either way
What's not
- First-generation product
- A Siri fix is still due in December
Apple Home users who want a central control screen
You're not in a hurry; wait for early reviews
Prices
| Model (Apple, US) | Price |
|---|---|
| Tabletop | $299 |
| Wall mounted | $299 |
Prices checked Nov 12, 2026. They can change at any time. How we get prices.
Ways to pay less
No cheaper options confirmed yet. We check prices regularly.
Key specs
How it compares
| This pageApple HomeView | Apple TV 4K (4th generation) | HomePod (2nd generation) | HomePod mini (2nd generation) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $299 | $299 | $349 | $149 |
| Verdict | Buy now | Buy now | Wait if you can | Buy now |
| Chip | A18 | A19 | Not confirmed | S10 |
| Display | 7-inch Liquid Retina | — | — | — |
| Weight | — | — | 2.3 kg | 335 g |
More comparisons
What's next?
Nothing credible yet
We haven't seen a reliable report of a replacement in the next six months.
How we worked out "Buy now"
Latest news
Software
Apple promises HomeView update so Siri AI can unlock doors and garages
Early reviewers found Siri AI on HomeView would not unlock doors or open garage doors by voice, even for recognized users. Apple says a software update next month (December) adds voice control for these security accessories; for now you can tap the controls in the Home app on the screen. Worth knowing if you are buying HomeView mainly for hands-free control.
Products
Source: MacRumors
LaunchSelect Apple Home Collection accessories open for orders November 13Apple is taking orders for some Home Collection accessories (LG and Schneider cameras, locks, doorbells and thermostats) from Friday, November 13. Deliveries start in December and some items slip to early 2027; Apple has not said which ones. Check ship dates before ordering for a specific install date.Launch
Select Apple Home Collection accessories open for orders November 13
Apple is taking orders for some Home Collection accessories (LG and Schneider cameras, locks, doorbells and thermostats) from Friday, November 13. Deliveries start in December and some items slip to early 2027; Apple has not said which ones. Check ship dates before ordering for a specific install date.
Products
Source: MacRumors
LaunchApple HomeView smart-home display announced at $299HomeView is a new 7-inch smart-home hub in tabletop and wall-mounted versions, both $299, shipping November 13. It is a first-generation product, and early reviews flagged Siri gaps that Apple says a December update will address.Launch
Apple HomeView smart-home display announced at $299
HomeView is a new 7-inch smart-home hub in tabletop and wall-mounted versions, both $299, shipping November 13. It is a first-generation product, and early reviews flagged Siri gaps that Apple says a December update will address.
Products
Source: Apple Newsroom
LaunchApple Home Collection: LG and Schneider cameras, locks and thermostatsApple will sell a curated range of smart-home accessories, including an LG video doorbell ($249.95), smart deadbolt ($349.95) and thermostats ($199.95). Availability starts in December, with some items in early 2027, and some products are limited to the US and Canada.Launch
Apple Home Collection: LG and Schneider cameras, locks and thermostats
Apple will sell a curated range of smart-home accessories, including an LG video doorbell ($249.95), smart deadbolt ($349.95) and thermostats ($199.95). Availability starts in December, with some items in early 2027, and some products are limited to the US and Canada.
Products
Source: Apple Newsroom
Questions people ask
Should I buy the Apple HomeView now?
Buy now. It's brand new and on pre-order now.
How much does the Apple HomeView cost?
Apple sells it from $299 in the US (Tabletop: $299, Wall mounted: $299).
When will the Apple HomeView be replaced?
We haven't seen a credible report of a replacement in the next six months.
Who is the Apple HomeView best for?
Apple Home users who want a central control screen. Skip it if you're not in a hurry; wait for early reviews.
Sources
- Apple tech specs (checked Nov 12, 2026)
- Apple Newsroom announcement (checked Nov 12, 2026)
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