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Apple HomeView - Silver
MDH14X/A
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$449
Product Overview
Key Features
- 7 Inch Liquid Retina display, 1088 x 1088
- True Tone and 500 nits brightness
- Wi Fi 6E with MIMO and Bluetooth 6.0
- Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos and AirPlay
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Apple
- Model Number:
- MDH14X/A
- Supported Systems:
- Apple Home
- Voice Assistant:
- Siri
- Screen Size (Inches):
- 7
Smart Features
- Works with Apple HomeKit:
- Yes
Connections
- Wi-Fi:
- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO
- Bluetooth:
- Bluetooth 6.0
Screen Technology
- Display:
- Liquid Retina LED-backlit Multi-Touch IPS display, 1088 × 1088 resolution, 220 ppi, True Tone, 500 nits maximum brightness
Audio
- Audio:
- Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos; computational audio; multiroom audio with AirPlay; four-microphone array; Sound Recognition for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
Power & Charging
- Power:
- Wired power; USB-C cable (1.5 m) and 30W power adapter included
General Information
- Type:
- Smart Speaker
- Colour:
- Silver
- Supplier Colour:
- Silver
- Sensor Technology:
- Ambient light sensor, temperature and humidity sensor, accelerometer
- System Requirements:
- Apple HomeView with latest software; iPhone with iOS 27.2 or later, or iPad with iPadOS 27.2 or later; Wi-Fi internet acces
- Additional Features:
- A18 chip; 12MP Centre Stage camera; FaceTime video and audio; Siri with Apple Intelligence; smart home control; Thread networking; built-in apps including Home, Music, Calendar, Messages, Weather and Safari
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Smart Features
- Works with Apple HomeKit:
- Yes
Screen Technology
- Display:
- Liquid Retina LED-backlit Multi-Touch IPS display, 1088 × 1088 resolution, 220 ppi, True Tone, 500 nits maximum brightness
Power & Charging
- Power:
- Wired power; USB-C cable (1.5 m) and 30W power adapter included
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 229
- Box Width (mm):
- 138
- Box Depth (mm):
- 224
- Box Weight (kg):
- 2
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At a glance
Apple HomeView - Silver is a premium smart speaker and display designed for Apple-centred homes that want music, video calls, smart home control and personalised family use in one place. It suits households already using iPhone, iPad and Apple Home. Key strengths are its display, sound quality and seamless Apple integration. A key limitation is that it is less flexible if you use Alexa, Google Assistant or non-Apple ecosystems.
What it’s great for
- Smart Home Control
- Music Streaming
- Family Communication
- Video Calling
- Kitchen and Living Room Use
- Apple Household Integration
Where it works best
- Living Room
- Kitchen
- Bedroom
- Open-Plan Home
- Family Home
Who it’s for
- Apple Household
- Connected Family
- Smart Home User
- Music Listener
- Home User
Things to consider
Best experience depends on Apple devices and Apple Home, so it is less suited to homes built around Alexa, Google Assistant or mixed-platform smart home setups.
Smart home ecosystem compatibility
Best with Apple Home; supports HomeKit and Matter accessories, with Thread networking for compatible smart home devices
Voice assistant performance score
8.5/10 - Fast, hands-free Siri control with Apple Intelligence features, but strongest results depend on an Apple device ecosystem and supported features.
Music quality rating
9/10 - Strong room-filling sound with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support for compatible content.
Multi-room flexibility
8.5/10 - Works well for multi-room audio with AirPlay and supports Intercom across Apple devices in the home.
Family friendliness
9/10 - Excellent for shared households thanks to face and voice recognition, Intercom, video calling and personalised use for up to six people.
Key benefits
- 7-inch display: The built-in screen makes it easier to view calendars, weather, photos, video calls and smart home controls at a glance.
- Siri voice control: Hands-free help for everyday tasks, media playback and home control is built directly into the speaker.
- Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos: Delivers richer, more immersive sound for compatible music and video content.
- Apple Home integration: Lets you control compatible HomeKit and Matter accessories from one central device.
- Face and voice recognition for up to six people: Helps different family members access a more personalised experience.
- 12MP Centre Stage camera: Keeps people better framed during FaceTime video calls as they move around.
- Thread networking support: Improves compatibility with modern smart home accessories that use Thread.
- Temperature and humidity sensor: Adds useful ambient room monitoring for smart home routines and awareness.
Q: Can it work with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa devices?
A: No. Apple HomeView is built for Apple Home and Siri, and it does not work with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. Smart home control is for HomeKit- or Matter-enabled accessories, so voice control stays within Apple’s ecosystem.
Q: Do I need an iPhone or iPad to set it up?
A: Yes. Apple HomeView needs a compatible iPhone or iPad running iOS or iPadOS 27.2 or later for setup and personal features. Without one of those devices, important functions like recognition and personal context requests are limited.
Q: Does Apple HomeView need to stay plugged in all the time?
A: Yes. Apple HomeView is a wired smart speaker with no battery, so it needs mains power for normal use. A 1.5 m USB-C cable and 30W power adapter are included, which matters if the power point is not close to where it will sit.
Q: Can different family members get personalised responses on one HomeView?
A: Yes. Apple HomeView can recognise the faces and voices of as many as six people when each user has a compatible iPhone or iPad with current software. Personal responses also rely on the paired device being recently unlocked and connected.
Q: Will it act as a smart home hub for Matter accessories?
A: Yes. Apple HomeView can control HomeKit- and Matter-enabled accessories in the Home app, and it supports Thread networking for compatible devices. Accessories are sold separately, and some smart home features can vary by region or language.
Q: Can I make FaceTime video calls directly from the display?
A: Yes. Apple HomeView has a 12MP Centre Stage camera for FaceTime video and audio calls on its 7-inch display. The caller and recipient both need FaceTime-enabled devices, and the call requires a Wi‑Fi connection to work.