Apple's holding a "Welcome home" event Oct 13 — its first real smart home push: a ~6-inch screen hub ("HomePad"), HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K, all riding the new Siri AI, plus LG-branded locks, doo

What happened: Apple confirmed a "Welcome home" special event for October 13, announced by marketing SVP Greg Joswiak on X. The Apple Experience event is set for Tribeca, New York at 9am ET, with smart home products expected. Key numbers: Event on October 13 at 9am ET (21:00 Beijing time). HomePad rumored with about a 6 inch touchscreen. Why it matters: Reports say the launch may include the new HomePad, HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K with new Siri AI. Gurman reports Apple is co-developing smart home accessories with LG under the LG brand.

Apple confirmed a "Welcome home" special event for October 13, announced by marketing SVP Greg Joswiak on X. The Apple Experience event is set for Tribeca, New York at 9am ET, with smart home products expected.

Reports say the launch may include the new HomePad, HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K with new Siri AI. Gurman reports Apple is co-developing smart home accessories with LG under the LG brand.