HomeView: Apple just got serious about the smart home | Livestream

Apple's $299 HomeView bets on Siri AI and multi-user recognition to anchor a smart home ecosystem built on pricier LG/Schneider hardware and subscription revenue, not open-standard compatibility.

• HomeView launches at $299: Apple's first smart display runs an A18 chip, a 7-inch screen, multi-user face recognition for up to six people, and pairs with a new $299 Apple TV 4K.
• Home Collection partners outsource hardware: LG makes a $300 outdoor camera (+$100 for floodlight), a $250 video doorbell; Schneider Electric makes a $200 thermostat, $40 temperature sensor, and $350 UWB smart lock; ADT handles installation.

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