Report: Apple 'HomeView' smart home hub will ship in November, come in four colors, A18 chip

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   Apple Announces HomeView Smart Hub Shipping in November

   Apple has officially announced the HomeView, a new smart home control center priced at $299 and scheduled to ship on November 13 following its unveiling at the Welcome Home event. The device features a 7-inch Liquid Retina display, is powered by Siri AI, and runs on an A18 chip. It supports smart home protocols like Matter and Thread, operating as a command center for connected devices such as smart lights, thermostats, and doorbells. The HomeView comes in two versions: a countertop model with a built-in speaker and a wall-mountable version.

   Why it matters

   The HomeView marks Apple's long-awaited entry into the dedicated smart home display market, competing directly with devices like the Amazon Echo Show and Google Nest Hub. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman previously outlined the November shipping timeline ahead of the official product reveal. The release closes a major hardware gap in Apple's ecosystem by establishing a centralized control panel for smart home integration.

   What is confirmed

   • Apple officially announced the HomeView smart home hub on October 13 at its Welcome Home event.
   • The HomeView is priced at $299 and launches on November 13.
   • The device features a 7-inch Liquid Retina touchscreen and runs on an A18 chip.
   • It supports Matter and Thread smart home protocols.
   • The countertop version with a built-in speaker comes in silver, starlight, rose pink, and space grey.
   • The wall-mountable version comes in silver and space gray.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Apple is rumored to announce a new partnership with ADT.

   What to watch next

   • The official launch and consumer availability of the HomeView on November 13.
   • Reviews evaluating the performance of Siri AI and the A18 chip on the 7-inch display.
   • Availability and delivery timelines for wall mounts and accessories.
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