Smart home · Hubs & assistants
Can one smart home hub run devices from any brand?
Short answer
Getting closer. Apple's HomeView, due Nov 13, 2026, supports Matter and Thread, so Matter devices from other brands should work with it. Devices without Matter still don't.
Which products can do it?
- Apple HomeViewAnnounced
HomeView supports Matter and Thread, so Matter accessories from other brands work with it, alongside HomeKit devices.
Good to know: On sale Nov 13, 2026 ($299). Only Matter-enabled devices; hands-on time so far was in Apple's demo space.
Why it matters
Smart home gear from different brands often needs different apps and hubs, which is why many smart homes end up fragmented.
Not proven yet
How well HomeView handles a real mix of Matter devices at home; no full review yet.
Guide
Apple HomeView: price, release date, and what it works withApple's first smart home display costs $299 and ships Nov 13, 2026. What it does, whether your devices will work with it, and what's still unknown.How we know (3 sources)
Launch report on Apple's HomeView: $299, 7-inch touchscreen, Siri AI, Matter and Thread support, pre-orders from Oct 13 and availability on Nov 13. A countertop model with a speaker and a wall-mount model. Recognizes family members to show their own calendar and messages. AI video descriptions for cameras need a 2TB iCloud+ plan. Apple and LG sell a matching Apple Home Collection.
Read the sourceExplains that HomeView supports both Matter and Thread, so Matter accessories from other brands work with it alongside Apple HomeKit accessories. Buyers still need to check that a device is Matter-enabled.
Read the sourceHands-on time with HomeView in Apple's demo space, not a full review and not tested at home. Sees it as the hub for people already in Apple's ecosystem; contrasts it with Echo Show and Nest Hub, where Apple users may have to move photos, calendars and music to other services. Finds the wall-mount version less compelling.
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