Apple Confirms October 13 Smart Home Event, With More Hardware Rumored to Follow
Apple has confirmed a 'Welcome Home' event on October 13 for new smart home products, and reports suggest a second event later in the month could bring new Macs and iPads.
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Apple has confirmed it will hold a product event on October 13 under the tagline "Welcome Home," according to GSMArena and Android Authority. The company shared a teaser, with Apple marketing executive Greg Joswiak posting "Welcome home. October 13" on October 8, 2026.
The event is expected to focus on smart home devices. GSMArena reported that a late-September rumor pointed to new products including a HomePad or Home Hub, a second-generation HomePod mini speaker, and a new Apple TV 4K box. According to GSMArena, all three are expected to support Apple's new Siri AI, and the HomePad or Home Hub is said to feature a 6-inch square display.
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