On October 13, 2026, Apple held a special event in New York City themed Welcome home and announced a new lineup of smart home devices. The lineup includes a new Apple TV 4K, a refreshed HomePod mini with new color options and a faster processor, and an all-new smart home hub with a display.
The devices are expected to integrate more deeply with Apple’s AI assistant, Siri, as the company aims to create a more cohesive, user-friendly smart home ecosystem. The dedicated hub signals Apple’s intensified focus on the growing smart home market and its effort to compete more directly with other major players.