Apple HomeView is getting ready to teach Google’s Pixel Tablet a home security lesson

Apple's upcoming HomeView smart display, set to become a central command hub for smart homes, may also soon be equipped to serve as a full-fledged HomeKit Secure Video security camera, according to leaked software strings. X user pdfu discovered clues in HomeView Software 27.2 that suggest the device could transform its built-in 12MP Center Stage camera into a comprehensive security camera.

The discovery implies that HomeView will have four operating states and three presence modes, incorporating clear privacy safeguards. These include a screen indicator, an audible chime when streaming or recording, and notifications if any settings are altered.

While Google never incorporated Nest Cam features into their docked Pixel Tablet, Apple's strategy might mirror that on their Nest Hub Max. The potential implementation could rely on local on-device analysis and iCloud Plus, rather than necessitating a separate security subscription.

HomeView, recently unveiled by Apple, aims to be the central control center for all smart home devices. However, the leaked software strings indicate that Apple may be expanding its capabilities to include indoor security camera functionality.