Apple introduces $299 HomeView hub as Siri settlement awaits approval

HomeView has a seven-inch Liquid Retina touchscreen and a built-in speaker.[2] Its camera recognizes household members and can personalize the experience for up to six people.[2] The device supports FaceTime calls, music playback and security-camera feeds.[2] It can also control connected thermostats, lights and smart locks.[2] Apple positions HomeView as a smart-home hub that brings a more personalized Siri into the home.[2]

HomeView integrates Apple Intelligence, the platform Apple uses for newer Siri capabilities.[2] When paired with a compatible Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad, it can use information from apps such as iMessage and Calendar to personalize responses.[2] The assistant is expected to understand personal context, respond conversationally and use app information to help complete tasks.[2] The evidence does not establish that every listed capability will be available at launch.

HomeView is priced at $299 and scheduled to release on Nov. 13.[2] Its seven-inch display, built-in speaker, camera and smart-home controls bring several functions into one device.[2] Apple’s device competes with Amazon’s Echo Show and Google’s Nest Hub.[2] For teams assessing the product, the stated price and release date offer concrete planning points; the evidence does not provide comparisons of features or prices against those competitors.

The lawsuit alleged Apple’s marketing led consumers to expect AI features that were unavailable when they bought their phones; Apple denied the allegations and agreed to pay $250 million to settle without admitting wrongdoing.[2][3] The settlement remains subject to court approval.[2] It covers qualifying U.S. purchasers of specified iPhone models bought for personal or business use, rather than resale, from June 10, 2024, through March 29, 2025.[3] A valid claim may provide $25 per eligible device, potentially rising to as much as $95 depending on valid claims and other settlement costs.[3] HomeView is not included.[2]