Quick answer: Apple holds a “Welcome home” event on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 9 a.m. ET in New York. Apple has confirmed the date and theme only. A smart display, a new Apple TV 4K and a new HomePod mini are expected, but those are reports, not announcements.
Apple’s second event of the fall is about the home. Senior VP Greg Joswiak posted the date and the line “Welcome home” on X, and journalists were invited to an “Apple Experience” in Tribeca, New York, according to Engadget and Notebookcheck.
It matters if you use Apple’s speakers and Apple TV, or plan to buy smart home gear. Most details below are reports. Where Apple has not said something, this article says so. Prices and release dates have not been confirmed.
What has Apple actually confirmed?
Very little. Confirmed items are the date (Tuesday, October 13, 2026), the 9 a.m. local time in New York, the “Welcome home” theme and the in-person “Apple Experience” for press. Notebookcheck notes that 9 a.m. in New York is 3 p.m. in Germany, which also works out to 2 p.m. in the UK by simple time-zone arithmetic.
Apple has not said whether the event will be livestreamed. 9to5Mac reported that the event was not listed on Apple’s Events page and showed no sign of a stream on YouTube or the Apple TV app. It also cites Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman saying an online video presentation is coming.
What products are expected?
The following are reported, not confirmed by Apple.
- A smart display, often called “HomePad.” Engadget reports a seven-inch screen, a new operating system called homeOS and a StandBy-style dashboard. Rumors also mention face and voice recognition, FaceTime, media streaming and intercom.
- A new Apple TV 4K. Notebookcheck says code in the tvOS 27.2 beta reportedly suggests pairing up to four HomePods as a surround system.
- A HomePod mini refresh. Notebookcheck calls it “HomePod mini 2”. Engadget says refreshed versions are expected, likely with upgrades to support Siri AI.
- Accessories made with LG. Per Bloomberg, as relayed by Notebookcheck, these may include a doorbell, smart lock and thermostat. LG reportedly plans to sell them under its own brand in a few months, and it is unclear if they appear on Tuesday.
9to5Mac says at least three new products are expected. Another outlet, Tech Insider, says no pricing, shipping dates or detailed specs have been verified for any new device.
How does Siri AI fit in?
Gurman reported that the display was delayed until the new Siri AI was ready, according to Engadget. Multiple outlets say the new home devices would showcase that assistant, but Apple has not confirmed this framing. For background on the assistant itself, see our guide to what is new in Siri AI on iOS 27.
Who is affected, and where?
Nothing about regional availability has been announced. Apple’s smart home hardware has not always launched everywhere at once, so US pricing and availability usually come first, with the UK, Canada, Australia and Europe following. Treat that as a pattern, not a promise. If you own a current HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K, nothing changes today. Tech Insider notes these devices already handle Matter-based device control, and it reports no Matter announcement tied to this event. Our explainer on what Matter is and how it works covers why that matters.
Is this the iPhone Duo event?
No. The iPhone Duo was covered in our September event report, and our iPhone Duo price comparison lists launch pricing. Engadget says Apple is set to release the foldable in a couple of weeks, though it does not say whether that date is confirmed. Notebookcheck mentions a separate report of a second event about two weeks later, with new laptops. Both are reports only.
Should I wait to buy a smart speaker or Apple TV?
If you were about to buy a HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K, the event is a reasonable reason to wait a day. Apple often keeps older models on sale after a refresh, but that has not been announced here. Check prices after the presentation, not before.
Follow our tech news coverage for updates once Apple publishes official details.
How can I follow the event?
Check Apple’s website, the Apple TV app and Apple’s YouTube channel around 9 a.m. ET. If there is no video, expect press coverage and Apple’s newsroom posts to carry the official details first. Be careful with leaked specs and prices that appear before then, because rumor sites often get details wrong.
What to look for in the announcement
- Price and release date: none confirmed so far, so these are the first facts to check.
- Which devices get Siri AI: Engadget says refreshed Apple TV and HomePod mini models are likely to support it, but older models may or may not.
- Matter support: Apple has not said whether the new devices add anything beyond what current models do.
- Regional availability: check the US, UK, Canada, Australia and EU store pages for each product.
This article reflects what was publicly reported on October 13, 2026, and will be out of date once Apple speaks. It is general information, not buying advice.
Frequently asked questions
What time is Apple’s October 13 event?
9 a.m. Eastern Time in New York, which Notebookcheck lists as 3 p.m. in Germany.
Will Apple livestream it?
Not confirmed. 9to5Mac reports that Gurman expects an online video presentation, but Apple has not announced one.
What is HomePad?
A rumored name for a smart display with a roughly seven-inch screen. Apple has not confirmed the name, specs or price.
Will the new devices cost more than current ones?
Unknown. No pricing has been confirmed or credibly reported in the sources reviewed.