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Apple has officially expanded its smart home ecosystem, headlined by the introduction of the HomeView smart display. This new product line-up also features the HomePod Mini 2 and a fourth-generation Apple TV 4K, alongside various smart home accessories.
The HomeView device features a 7-inch liquid retina display powered by the A18 chip, enabling Apple Intelligence and Siri AI. It supports facial recognition for six users, providing personalized home screens. The unit includes a camera for FaceTime with Centre Stage, built-in speakers with Spatial Audio, and a dashboard supporting nine live camera feeds.
The HomePod Mini 2, equipped with an S1 chip, offers improved 360-degree audio and a new Sound Glow feature. While it lacks Siri AI at launch, support is planned for a future update. Additionally, the new Apple TV 4K utilizes an A19 chip, delivering 50% faster CPU and 2x faster GPU performance, and includes integrated microphones for hands-free Siri.
The HomePod Mini 2 launches October 30th for $229 AUD. Both the HomeView and the Apple TV 4K are scheduled for release on November 13th, with the latter priced at $449 AUD. Pre-orders for these devices are currently available.
