https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-s-homeview-ships-with-six-month-old-softwareContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-s-homeview-ships-with-six-month-old-softwarehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-s-homeview-ships-with-six-month-old-software#u175563Wed, 04 Nov 2026 23:11:51 +0000Apple's HomeView smart home hub will launch on November 13, 2026, but will initially ship with six-month-old software version 26.5. According to AppleDB, users will be prompted to update the device to version 27.2 during the initial setup process. The device is priced at 39,900 rupees for its debut in India. HomeView features Siri AI integration and face recognition for multiple users, though the outdated software launch follows significant development delays for the hub.Why it mattersThe HomeView represents Apple's move toward a Siri-first, post-app future for smart home control. It