Apple plans to launch the HomeView on November 13, so we have a month to go until we can learn more about it. Right now, we’re limited to the information Apple has shared and what members of the media learned during limited hands-on time. We’ve rounded up some interesting HomeView tidbits you might have missed.
Recipe walkthroughs – HomeView makes Safari recipes easier to follow by pulling out the ingredients and steps. You can tap on a "Start Cooking" button to get step-by-step instructions you can use as you cook. The device also supports multiple voice-activated timers.
Siri access – You can say Siri (English only) or Hey ‌Siri‌ for hands-free access, but there are also options for activating ‌Siri‌ with a swipe down from the top of the display or using Type to ‌Siri‌. Apple Intelligence – HomeView has some Apple Intelligence features built in. You or members of your household can use ‌Siri‌ AI for general knowledge questions if you don’t have an ‌Apple Intelligence‌ iPhone or iPad, but you do need one for any requests involving personal context.
Yesterday was a busy day for Apple’s smart home efforts. The company unveiled the HomeView smart display, the new Apple TV 4K, the HomePod mini 2, and the Apple Home Collection.
Siri AI is a tentpole addition to HomePod mini 2, but a today originally claimed Siri AI was coming to older HomePod mini models too. The story has since been updated with a correction and received a statement confirming Siri AI will be exclusive to HomePod mini 2.
All three of Apple’s new devices support Siri AI, but what about the older full-size HomePod. Thankfully, Apple’s own website suggests it may not be left out after all.
Apple confirms Siri AI is not coming to the original HomePod mini. New Apple TV 4K vs previous model: Hereโs everything new Ryan Christoffel Oct 13 2026.
A tipster on X noticed that the product page for the second-generation HomePod was updated yesterday. Its Siri examples now use Siri AI’s gradient style, and the glow on top matches the one on the HomePod mini 2.
The alt text for the… Apple’s website hints the full-size HomePod could get Siri AI.
Apple’s website hints the full-size HomePod could get Siri AI – com news ADVERTISEMENT Apple’s website hints the full-size HomePod could get Siri AI Post your comment Vlad 14 October 2026 Apple Smart speakers AI Rumors Yesterday was a busy day for Apple’s smart home efforts. The alt text for the full-size HomePod image in the comparison section of Apple’s online store reads "multi-colored Siri AI glow on top".
Big updates to the HomePod 2 product page this morning.
Guests – Personal data is private, but guests can control smart home accessories, check the weather, set timers, and play music. Visitors can also AirPlay audio to the HomeView using peer-to-peer discovery.
Adaptable interface – HomeView can tell when someone is approaching and parts of the interface will change based on proximity. If someone is across the room, it shows less information in a larger view.
As the person approaches, the view can change to show more information. Faces – HomeView has multiple customizable faces similar to watch faces.
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