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Apple Announces 'Welcome Home' Smart Home Event for October 13

Apple will host a special experience in New York focused on smart home devices, including a rumored display hub, new HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K.

Sources: TechRadar UK, Lifo, MacWorld, Kırklar Haber Gazetesi and 1 more5 sources ↓|· 1 min read
Apple Announces 'Welcome Home' Smart Home Event for October 13
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KEY POINTS

  • Apple confirms 'Welcome Home' event for October 13, 2026 in New York
  • Event format is 'Apple Experience' for invited guests, not a public keynote
  • Rumored smart home hub with 6-inch display and Siri AI integration
  • HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K updates expected with new chips
  • Possible OLED iPad mini announcement alongside smart home devices

Apple has confirmed a 'Welcome Home' event for October 13, 2026, in New York City. The invitation, posted by marketing chief Greg Joswiak, signals a focus on smart home products rather than a traditional keynote format.

The event begins at 9:00 AM local time (3:00 PM Swedish time) and will follow an 'Apple Experience' model similar to March 2026, where products are announced via press release before being shown to invited guests. No public livestream has been confirmed.

“Welcome Home. October 13.”

— Greg Joswiak, Apple SVP of Marketing

Rumors strongly point to a new smart home hub with a 6-inch square display, positioned between an iPad and HomePod. The device is expected to support Siri AI, FaceTime, smart home controls, and wall-mounted or speaker-base mounting options, with an estimated price around $350.

Updates for existing devices are also anticipated. The HomePod mini may receive new colors, improved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and an S-series chip for Siri AI. The Apple TV 4K could gain an A19 or A19 Pro chip, more RAM, and an upgraded Siri Remote.

An OLED iPad mini with improved water resistance and a faster chip may also debut. Additional Mac announcements are expected later in the year, though likely separate from this smart home-focused event.

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