Apple began selling its HomeView Friday, Nov. 13, releasing the artificial intelligence-powered smart home display alongside an updated fourth-generation Apple TV 4K.
The new tabletop or wall-mounted device features a 7-inch display and runs on Apple Intelligence with Siri AI. According to a company press release, HomeView can play music, manage FaceTime calls, and handle home monitoring through voice control while working with the Apple Home app.
The hardware is designed to recognize up to six individuals by their face to show personal content. When paired with an enabled iPhone or iPad, Siri pulls from calendar events and messages to deliver tailored answers based on broad world knowledge and onscreen content.
“Meet Apple HomeView. It’s personal to everyone in your family, keeping your household better connected, informed and in control thanks to Siri AI,” Greg Joswiak, senior vice president of worldwide marketing at Apple, said in a post on X.
Meet Apple HomeView. It’s personal to everyone in your family, keeping your household better connected, informed, and in control thanks to Siri AI. Available today. pic.twitter.com/YvsPJb4qf6
Both the Apple HomeView and the Apple TV 4K are priced at $299, following preorders that began in mid-October. Yahoo Finance reported that Apple shares rose 1.04% to $358.58 during morning trading on Nov. 13 following the hardware release.
Regulatory restrictions currently block the device from entering the European Union. Siri AI is unavailable on iOS in the region, and Apple has not provided a timeline for a European release, “working constructively with the EU in an attempt to find a path forward,” Apple said, though the company has provided no timeline for a European release.
Amazon listed the space gray HomeView variant at $290, while other color options remain at the standard price, CNET reported.
Early reviewers note that while the hardware performs well, the software occasionally reveals its mixed origins. Six Colors reported that the interface borrows design elements from various Apple services, including CarPlay, leading to occasional customization limitations on default home screens.
“Intelligence, entertainment and connection that’s personal to every user in your home … Apple HomeView is available today!” Apple Executive Chair Tim Cook said in a post on X.
How much does the Apple HomeView cost?
The smart display retails for $299 in the United States, though some retailers offer minor discounts on select color configurations.
Intelligence, entertainment, and connection that’s personal to every user in your home… Apple HomeView is available today! pic.twitter.com/fYGDotjNCS
Can multiple people use a single HomeView device?
Yes, the hardware recognizes up to six distinct users by their face to display personalized content and interface elements.
Why is HomeView unavailable in the European Union?
The device relies on Siri AI, which is currently restricted on iOS in the region due to local regulatory constraints.
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