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Apple October 13 Event Expected To Showcase New Smart Home Hub, HomePod Mini And Apple TV
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News18•05-10-2026, 20:00
Apple October 13 Event Expected To Showcase New Smart Home Hub, HomePod Mini And Apple TV
- •Apple is reportedly preparing a major smart home product launch for October 13 featuring a new smart home hub, a second-generation HomePod mini, and an updated Apple TV 4K.
- •The anticipated smart home hub marks Apple's first smart display, featuring a 6-inch to 7-inch square screen, wall-mountable and countertop options, and support for Siri AI and homeOS.
- •The HomePod mini 2 is expected to retain its classic design while receiving a faster chip, enhanced sound quality, Wi-Fi 7, and new color options like pink and green.
- •The new Apple TV 4K will likely feature internal upgrades including an A19 series chip, increased memory for Apple Intelligence, Wi-Fi 7 support, and a refreshed Siri Remote.
- •Additional upcoming releases expected soon include an OLED iPad mini, a touchscreen MacBook Pro, and future home security products currently slated for development.
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According to reports, Apple is expected to unveil a long-awaited smart home hub featuring a 6-inch to 7-inch square display, a second-generation HomePod mini with a faster chip, and a new Apple TV 4K powered by an A19 series chip.
The upcoming smart home hub is anticipated to be Apple's first smart display, available in a wall-mounted version and a countertop model with a speaker base. It is expected to support Siri AI, FaceTime calls, smart home controls, and potentially run a new operating system called homeOS.
Apple is expected to release an iPad mini with an OLED display and an A20 Pro chip in October or November, alongside the company's first touchscreen MacBook Pro featuring an OLED display as early as October or November.
