On our YouTube channel today, Dan Barbera shared a review of Apple’s newest HomeView smart home hub ahead of the device’s launch on Friday.
As a refresher, HomeView features an aluminum design, with the display connected to a dome speaker base via a stainless steel tilt hinge. Apple says it’s ideal for the kitchen counter, nightstand or coffee table. The device has a 7-inch square display and is ideal for using Siri AI, controlling smart home accessories, FaceTime video calls, and more.
Barbera spent the last week testing HomeView and shared his impressions, so be sure to watch our video below to hear what he thinks.
In the US, both the desktop and wall-mounted versions of the HomeView are priced at $299, but you’ll also have to purchase a stand if you opt for the wall-mounted version. Apple sells three stands priced between $59.95 and $129.95.
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