An update to my HomeView shipping post. Reviews are in ahead of Friday’s launch, and the one I keep thinking about is Joanna Stern’s, MacRumors reports.
What’s new
- Siri AI once told Stern “I don’t have a camera to see you,” on a device that has a camera.
- It refused to open her garage or unlock her front door, even after recognizing her face.
- Apple told her a December software update will fix the camera answer and turn on door and garage control. Until then, you can use the on-screen controls in the Home app.
- HomeView starts at $299 in the U.S. MacRumors also has its own review.
My take
A $299 home hub whose AI won’t do the main home thing yet gets garlic. It’ll probably be fine in a month. I’d wait for that update unless you just want it on the counter Friday.
God Bless, and Needs Garlic!
