Apple’s smart home display hub may start at $350

Apple’s long-rumoured smart home display hub could finally launch in spring 2026, according to the British Daily Mail. BloombergMark Gormanbut at a relatively high cost. Gorman reported that Apple has targeted a price of around $350 for its upcoming 7-inch smart display that is intended to serve as a central command center in the home. That’s the same as the original HomePod’s 2018 launch price, but it’s significantly higher than competing products like Amazon $220 Echo Show 11.

There are two versions of the home hub, according to Gorman: a tabletop model similar to the HomePod mini with a display, and a wall-mounted version. The report isn’t clear which device the $350 price applies to.

Apple’s smart displays are scheduled to be assembled in Vietnam alongside a new display Indoor security camera and Table robotas the company continues to diversify its supply chain. Chinese automaker BYD has teamed up with Apple to produce home hubs and robots. Apple was originally expected to launch the new Home Center in March 2025but delays in fixing Siri’s AI have also occurred He was pushed back Supporting smart display devices.