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HomeView

Apple's first smart home display, with Matter and Thread. $299, on sale Nov 13, 2026.

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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.

What it can do

  • Can one smart home hub run devices from any brand?Announced

    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.

  • Can you talk to your smart home in normal sentences?Announced

    Apple says HomeView runs on Siri AI and recognizes each family member to show their own information.

    Good to know: Company claims at launch; on sale Nov 13, 2026, not yet reviewed.

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How we know (3 sources)
  1. GizmodoIndependent

    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.

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  2. BGRIndependent

    Explains 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.

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  3. TechRadarIndependent

    Hands-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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