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Apple HomeView unveiled, new Apple TV and HomePod mini first impressions

Published: 10/15/2026, 07:23 PM

Benjamin and Chance react to Apple’s smart home event, with first impressions on the new Apple HomeView smart display, the insanely priced Apple TV 4K (fourth-generation), and the HomePod mini refresh. It remains to be seen whether these new initiatives in the Apple Home Collection can help move the needle on smart home uptake at large, but it’s a good start. And in Happy Hour Plus, the new iOS beta brings a new Apple Music icon. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.