Apple's next home devices may include a smart display and refreshed HomePod mini
Apple has scheduled a "Welcome home" event in New York on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9 a.m. ET. A new HomePod mini and Apple's first smart-home display are expected to appear alongside an updated Apple TV 4K. Siri AI has now arrived with Apple's OS 27 updates, removing a major delay for these products, and code found in September 2026 showed the unreleased HomePod mini in five colors.
Apple has set a New York “Welcome home” event for Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, at 9 a.m. ET. The company is expected to show a refreshed HomePod mini, its first smart-home display and an updated Apple TV 4K. Siri AI, delivered through OS 27, has cleared a key hurdle that previously delayed these devices.
September 2026 code reportedly showed the unannounced HomePod mini in five colors. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has said the smart display may be called HomeView and that both it and the mini could reach stores Oct. 30. Other rumored concepts include a full-size HomePod successor, a touchscreen HomePod and a robotic home screen.
These devices could make Apple homes more connected, giving families easier control over lighting, security, calls and media through voice and touch. People already invested in Apple’s ecosystem may benefit most, while others may face more choices about privacy, compatibility and cost. A smart display in shared spaces may shift how households use screens, potentially making everyday tasks more convenient but also raising questions about always-on assistants and data collection.