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Apple HomeView core features require latest iPhone, iPad

Apple’s new HomeView home hub sells for $299, but fully using the key AI features shown in demonstrations requires additional conditions. Personalization and camera AI features need certain recent iPhone or iPad models, and some functions also require an iCloud+ subscription. HomeView launches on Nov. 13 with a 7-inch touchscreen in wall-mount and tabletop versions. Without meeting device and subscription requirements, personalized requests and AI camera summaries may be unavailable.

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Apple unveils new Apple TV 4K with A19 chip, 50 percent faster

Apple on Tuesday unveiled its next-generation Apple TV 4K, featuring an A19 chip and enhanced home hub functions. Apple said CPU performance is up to 50 percent faster and GPU performance up to 2 times faster than the previous generation, and the device adds a dedicated AV1 decoder for high-quality streaming with less bandwidth. The new Siri Remote supports Find My, while privacy features include a Secure Enclave for microphone data and end-to-end encrypted HomeKit video storage.

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Apple to unveil three smart home products at \'Welcome Home\' event

Apple is expected to hold a \'Welcome Home\' event at 9 a.m. ET on Oct. 13 and unveil three smart home products, with HomeView, a new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 likely to be central. Reports say the event will combine an in-person press gathering in New York with an online video presentation. HomeView is expected to recognise family members and serve as a home hub, with launches for some products possibly later.