Coverage· Apple· Published Sep 16, 2026

Apple requires at least 2TB iCloud+ for Home video summaries

Apple’s Home video summaries feature requires at least the 2TB iCloud+ tier; the 6TB and 12TB tiers support two and five Cameras, respectively. Compatible Apple hardware and version 27 operating systems are also required.

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Signal Summary

The 2TB tier supports one Camera, while the 6TB tier costs $29.99 per month and supports two Cameras, and the 12TB tier costs $59.99 per month and supports five. Video summaries also require an Apple TV 4K or second-generation HomePod and can be enabled through the Apple Intelligence menu in Home on iOS 27, iPadOS 27, or macOS 27 Golden Gate.

Why It Matters

Video summaries are tied to both iCloud+ capacity and Camera count rather than being included with the basic secure video offering. Users seeking summaries from multiple Cameras therefore need a more expensive tier, as well as the required Apple hardware and operating-system versions.

Evidence

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  • Six ColorsDocumentOriginal

    Apple ties iCloud+ pricing to video summaries

    Glenn Fleishman

    If you have at least the minimum iCloud+ 2 TB subscription, you can enable video summaries. The number of cameras you can activate (right) depends on your tier. …