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Apple Enters Smart Home Arena With HomeView
15 Oct
Summary
- Apple launched the HomeView, a smart display with Siri.
- New HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K offer modest upgrades.
- The Home Collection includes pricey smart home devices.
Apple has officially entered the competitive smart home market with the introduction of its first smart display, the Apple HomeView. This new device boasts a 7-inch touchscreen and is powered by Siri, positioning it as a direct competitor to Amazon's Echo Show and Google's Nest Hub.
The HomeView is available in both tabletop and wall-mounted designs, priced at $300. Alongside this flagship device, Apple also launched the updated HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K. These refreshed models offer modest hardware improvements, such as a color-changing control panel on the HomePod mini 2 and built-in microphones for Siri access on the Apple TV 4K.
Furthermore, Apple announced its comprehensive Home Collection, which includes an outdoor security camera, a smart thermostat, and a video doorbell developed in partnership with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric. While these products feature attractive designs, they come with a significant price tag, positioning them at the higher end of the market.
Across all its new smart-home offerings, Apple emphasizes its commitment to Siri AI, with all devices featuring microphones for direct access to an improved version of the virtual assistant.
