On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we look ahead to Apple's recently announced October 13 event and its expected push into the smart home market, including a dedicated home hub, the HomePod mini 2, and a new Apple TV . Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos
Apple is expected to introduce its first smart home hub, a new HomePod mini, and an updated Apple TV 4K, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Siri AI is expected to be central to all three devices, following years of delays. The impending launch also comes amid Apple's reported efforts under CEO John Ternus to introduce products more frequently and accelerate development. Moving beyond predictable spring and fall release cycles could give Apple more opportunities to experiment, particularly in categories where existing products have gone years without substantial hardware changes. The home hub is expected to feature a square 6-inch display , with a tabletop version resembling the iMac G4 and a separate wall-mounted model. Its new operating system reportedly combines customizable clock and photo displays, Apple Watch-style app icons, and iPad-like layouts. A range of apps including FaceTime , Music, Calendar, Notes, and more should make it useful for quick interactions throughout the day. Facial and voice recognition will bring up individual profiles, while a guest mode will hide personal information from visitors. The device is rumored to start at around $350 . The Apple TV 4K is rumored to tout an A19 or A19 Pro chip , additional memory, Apple's N1 networking chip, and an updated Siri Remote, while retaining its existing design.
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