Is Apple's HomeView Worth $299? Review Explores
Apple's HomeView is a new smart home hub that pairs a 7-inch square display with a domed speaker base and a stainless steel tilting hinge. It is priced at $299 in the U.S. for both tabletop and wall-mounted versions, and wall mounting requires a separate mount, which Apple sells for between $59.95 and $129.95.
What stands out is the positioning. Apple pitches it for kitchen counters, nightstands, and side tables, using it for Siri, smart home accessories, and FaceTime calls. That makes it a device competing for a daily spot in the home rather than a niche gadget.
For anyone following smart home design, the price and accessory structure are worth watching. Hardware pricing shapes how quickly households adopt a category, and mounts add to the total cost.
MacRumors' Dan Barbera tested the HomeView for a week and shared his impressions in a video review.
Key points
- Apple's New Smart Home Hub Is Coming Apple's HomeView launches Friday. MacRumors' Dan Barbera tested it for a week and shared his impressions in a video review.
- The Key Details A 7-inch square display sits on a domed speaker base with a stainless steel tilting hinge. Tabletop and wall-mounted versions cost $299 in the U.S.
- Why It Matters Apple pitches it for kitchen counters, nightstands, and side tables. Wall mounts cost extra, between $59.95 and $129.95, so the total price depends on setup.