The long-awaited launch of Apple's HomeView smart home hub is set for Friday, November 13, but the device arrives with a notable software discrepancy. According to data from AppleDB, the new hardware will initially ship running HomeView software version 26.5, which is six months old relative to the current release cycle.
This situation serves as further evidence of the significant delays that have impacted the HomeView project. Upon setting up the device, users will be prompted to immediately update their system to the latest available iteration, HomeView software version 27.2. The requirement for an instant update highlights the gap between the manufacturing timeline and the current state of Apple's smart home operating system.
Sources: MacRumors.