Apple Unveils $299 7-Inch HomeView, Entering Smart Display Market on Nov. 13
Updated
Updated · CNET · Oct 15
Apple Unveils $299 7-Inch HomeView, Entering Smart Display Market on Nov. 13
3 articles · Updated · CNET · Oct 15
Summary
$299 HomeView gives Apple its first smart-home display, but its 7-inch screen looks undersized against Amazon and Google rivals built for kitchens, video calls and streaming.
November 13 availability starts Apple in catch-up mode as Echo Show and Nest Hub lines already offer larger displays, broader app integrations and more mature smart-display features.
Siri AI appears strongest inside Apple’s ecosystem—fast device control, easy pairing, FaceTime, Find My and personalized profiles—but lacks clear third-party service support that helps Alexa handle food, rides and reservations.
A $60 wall mount and likely professional installation push costs above $300, while Apple’s limited support for non-Apple devices and streaming apps could narrow HomeView’s appeal despite strong audio and seamless setup.
Apple’s broader home push—including new cameras, a smart lock and thermostat—suggests HomeView is meant as a hub, though buyers may still weigh larger Echo, Nest or even iPad alternatives.