GoKawiilApple's HomeView runs third-party apps by mirroring iPhone CarPlay apps
Apple has clarified that HomeView's support for third-party apps works through the same mirroring technology used in CarPlay, rather than running apps natively. When an iPhone is nearby, HomeView can access compatible apps, but all processing happens on the iPhone itself. Currently only CarPlay-compatible audio and video apps, such as Spotify and Deezer, are supported, with no option to install apps directly on the device.
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This approach suggests HomeView is designed as a display and control surface rather than an independent computing device, which could limit its appeal compared to a true standalone smart hub. The reliance on CarPlay's existing app ecosystem means categories like messaging and AI chatbots are excluded for now, though Apple could expand supported categories later.
- HomeView uses CarPlay-style mirroring instead of running native iOS apps
- Only CarPlay audio and video apps like Spotify and Deezer are currently supported
- Apps cannot be installed directly on HomeView; all processing occurs on the connected iPhone
Source: engadget.com — Filipe Espósito, 2026-10-26
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