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Apple expected to unveil HomeView smart home hub on Tuesday
Apple is expected to announce a smart home device called HomeView on Tuesday, October 13.
The Siri-powered screen is designed to let people control other smart home devices and see information around their homes.
It is reportedly planned in two versions, one for countertops and one for walls.
Apple is also expected to unveil updated Apple TV and HomePod mini devices focused on Siri.
The company has tried to build a smart home business before, but HomeKit and HomePod have not gained much traction.
Apple says it has overhauled Siri with new artificial intelligence features, and these products will test whether the assistant can make its home devices more useful.
The launch also comes as Apple faces competition from companies including Google and OpenAI in artificial intelligence.
Apple is expected to announce a smart home hub called HomeView on Tuesday, 13 October.
The reported Siri-powered device will have a display and let users control other smart home devices.
Reports say it will come in countertop and wall-mounted models.
Apple is also expected to unveil updated versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini.
The launch will test Apple’s efforts to expand in smart home technology and strengthen Siri.
- Who
- Apple is expected to announce the HomeView.
- What
- A new smart home hub with a display, reportedly powered by Siri.
- When
- Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
- Where
- Not stated.
- Why
- Apple is seeking to expand its smart home products and make Siri more central to how people use its devices.
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No direct quotes in the coverage so far.
Apple launched its HomeKit framework to let different devices work together.
Apple released a Home app for controlling smart home devices.
Apple released the HomePod.
Apple discontinued the HomePod.
Apple brought the HomePod back.
Apple is expected to hold its “Welcome Home” event and announce HomeView.
- Expected announcement
- 13 October 2026
- Device name
- HomeView
- Reported chip
- A18
- Reported models
- Countertop and wall-mounted
- Other expected updates
- Apple TV and HomePod mini
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