HomeView runs third-party apps from your iPhone or iPad

The new Apple HomeView comes pre-installed with a selection of Apple apps, such as Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, Apple News, Calendar, FaceTime and Messages, but it will also support third-party audio and video apps.

Apple hasn’t created an App Store for HomeView, so there’s no on-device way to download apps. It instead uses a CarPlay-like system where third-party apps will be displayed when the HomeView is connected to a compatible iPhone or iPad.

Audio apps designed for CarPlay like Spotify and Audible will also work on HomeView, and developers will be able to extend HomeView support to existing iOS video apps.

Up to six people in a household can use HomeView, and it distinguishes users by voice and through the built-in camera on the front of the device. Each user’s applications and personal information will only be displayed when the person is registered and authenticated. Apple says users must be recognized by the camera and have a recently unlocked, paired iPhone or ‌iPad‌ near HomeView for it to display compatible third-party iOS apps and information from apps like Messages and Calendar.

Shared photo albums and music are accessible to everyone in the household, including guests. Guests will not be able to view personal information due to the authentication requirement.

HomeView is priced at $299 and is available for pre-order now. It will launch on November 13.