Apple announces HomeView smart home hub and new gadgets for smart home market

WASHINGTON — Apple is releasing a new lineup of home gadgets, hoping to make a splash in the smart home space. 

Apple introduced HomeView on Tuesday, a smart speaker with a screen that is also connected to Siri AI. The device will come in two models: a 7-inch display that sits on a table and another that is mounted on a wall. 

The tech company also touted its privacy and security features. 

“Apple HomeView is designed to be shared by everyone in the home yet feel completely personal to each user,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple&...