Apple HomeView is a smart speaker with a built-in screen, announced on Oct. 13, 2026, alongside Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2. It is positioned as both a smart display for entertainment and communication and a home hub for controlling HomeKit accessories. The announcement gives Apple its first smart speaker with a screen, according to the supplied research summary.

The device is described as running homeOS, with a limited selection of apps and voice controls through Siri AI. That combination puts it in the same broad category as Amazon Echo Show and Google Nest Hub, while connecting it to Apple’s existing HomeKit ecosystem. The reported design resembles the iMac G4, though the research context does not provide further detail on its screen or hardware.

The timing is helping make HomeView a notable topic. Apple announced it as part of a broader set of smart home products, and recent headlines have focused on its screen, its role as a showcase for Siri AI, and its reported $299 price. Coverage also includes Apple’s own introduction and articles about where to buy the device. Those headlines point to interest in how Apple plans to bring its voice assistant and home controls into a screen-based product.

HomeView is scheduled for release on Nov. 13, 2026. The information provided does not confirm independent reviews, real-world performance, or how well Siri AI and HomeKit controls work on the device. Readers can understand the announcement as Apple’s entry into the smart display category, but its practical strengths will depend on details and testing not included in the available research.