Everyday Tech · Oct 22, 2026
You don’t need Apple's new HomeView if you already own one of these devices
You can make do without a $299 smart display.
When newly minted Apple CEO John Ternus announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo last month, he proclaimed something about the iPhone: it's your intelligent personal hub. There are purpose-built devices that circle around the smartphone, but it's still the centerpiece. In doing so, the Apple boss explained exactly why the new HomeView smart display is redundant. If you already have an iPhone, you already have a great smart home controller in your pocket.