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Apple Expands HomeSmart Ecosystem with New Devices
Apple is expanding its smart home ecosystem with the launch of the new HomeView display and updated HomePod Mini 2. The HomeView, priced at $299, aims to be a centerpiece for Apple's home automation push, while the HomePod Mini 2 offers an upgraded S10 chip.
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The Verge
Apple's HomePod Mini 2 is here, and we've gotten a close-up look at the second-gen smart speaker. The HomePod Mini 2 comes with an upgraded S10 chip capable of powering Siri AI, though Apple says support for new AI features will roll out as part of a future update. It also offers a sound glow [̷
2026-10-13 15:27 UTC
The Verge
Apple is getting into smart displays with its new HomeView. It has a seven-inch squircle design, looking similar to a gargantuan Apple Watch mounted to a speaker base. The $299 HomeView is meant to be the centerpiece for Apple's big push into the home, as it's capable of controlling a host of smart
2026-10-13 15:30 UTC