Apple HomeView can replace shouting across the house when you need to tell everyone dinner is ready. Its Intercom feature sends quick voice announcements to other supported devices in your home.
Use the Intercom app on HomeView or ask Siri to send an Intercom message, then speak the announcement you want delivered. Apple says Intercom can reach a single room or the whole house, depending on the destination you select. The feature is described in Apple’s HomeView announcement.
Compatible recipients can include other HomeView displays, HomePod speakers and personal devices such as iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. That makes it possible to contact someone who isn’t standing near a HomeView or HomePod.
Intercom relies on an appropriately configured Apple Home household and compatible devices. If someone isn’t hearing announcements, check their device and Home settings instead of assuming that every nearby Apple device receives every broadcast. Our our complete Apple HomeView guide covers the wider smart-home setup, with more features in our guide to overlooked HomeView features.