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Can Apple Win Over Smart-Home Buyers Where Amazon and Google Stalled?
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What Happened?
Apple is launching HomeView, a smart display priced at Rs 39,900, in India, aiming to capture the smart-home market dominated by Amazon and Google. The device features a touchscreen, speaker, camera, and AI voice assistant.
Key points
- HomeView is priced at Rs 39,900, higher than Amazon's Echo Show 11 at Rs 24,499.
- The global smart-home market is projected to reach $159.5 billion in 2026.
- India's smart-home appliances market is expected to grow to $20.09 billion by 2035.
- HomeView integrates with Apple Home and supports Matter-compatible products.
- Siri AI on HomeView currently supports English, which may limit its appeal in India.
Key insights
- Apple's HomeView may attract loyal customers but needs to demonstrate clear advantages over existing devices.
- The success of HomeView will depend on its compatibility with a variety of household appliances.
- Language support could be a significant barrier for non-English speaking households in India.
Why it matters
The launch of HomeView could influence the adoption of smart displays in Indian households.
Entities
Apple· CompanyHomeView· ProductAmazon· CompanyGoogle· CompanyIndia· Country
Source
Business Standard
