The MacRumors Show: Was HomeView Worth the Wait?
Apple has launched its new 'HomeView' smart home hub alongside updates to the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K. Reviews are mixed, with some questioning the necessity of the device for users already integrated into the Apple ecosystem.
Why it matters
As a major tech release, the HomeView represents Apple's attempt to compete in the smart home display market against established rivals like Amazon and Google.
Apple this week finally announced the HomePod mini 2 , a new Apple TV 4K, and its "HomeView" smart home hub. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through our reactions to the announcements.
Is Apple's HomeView Worth the Wait? The MacRumors Show Watch on YouTube Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Apple's HomeView costs $299 and combines a 7-inch square display with Siri AI, FaceTime , music playback, and smart home controls. It has had something of a mixed reception from YouTubers and the wider Apple community, with some of the criticism centering on what it adds for someone who already owns an iPhone, iPad , Apple Watch, or HomePod .
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