HomeView will include these Apple apps at launch
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple’s new HomeView device is now available for pre-order and will begin shipping on November 13, featuring a unique software experience centered on Siri AI voice interactions and a customizable Home Screen with app grids.
- At launch, HomeView will come preinstalled with a variety of Apple apps including Alarms, FaceTime, Messages, Music, Safari, Weather, and more, with four apps (Audiobooks, Classical Music, News, and TV) requiring an iPhone connection via the same Wi-Fi network.
- Third-party apps that have CarPlay versions and are audio or video-based, such as Spotify, are expected to be available on HomeView from day one.
- Notably, there is no dedicated Photos app at launch, which some users may find limiting despite the presence of Photos faces and widgets; Apple may add more apps over time to expand functionality.
- Early user reviews will be important to confirm the seamless integration of iPhone-dependent apps and overall user experience on HomeView.
