Archive · 30 Sep 2026
Apple’s Reported Smart Home Hub May Debut October 13
Apple may show a new smart-home device on October 13.
The device is called the Home Hub.
It could have a 6-inch screen that sits on a table or hangs on a wall.
People may be able to tilt and move the screen.
The hub could use Siri to control other smart-home devices.
It might also play music, make video calls and show photos.
Voice and face recognition could help it know who is using it.
Apple may introduce it with a new HomePod and an upgraded Apple TV.
Apple’s reported Home Hub could be unveiled on October 13 alongside a new HomePod and upgraded Apple TV.
The device is expected to feature a 6-inch display that can be wall-mounted or placed on a countertop.
Reports suggest an iMac G4-inspired design with a round metal base, speakers, microphones and a movable screen.
The hub may use USB Type-C power and is not expected to include a battery.
Its HomePod operating system could support Siri AI, iPad-like apps, smart-home controls, video calls and user recognition.
- Who
- Apple is reportedly developing and preparing to unveil the Home Hub.
- What
- A smart-home hub with a display, Siri AI features and connected-home controls may be announced.
- When
- The reported unveiling date is October 13.
- Where
- The device is intended for use in the living room and may be placed on a countertop or mounted on a wall.
- Why
- The hub is intended to serve as a central device for controlling smart-home products and using Siri-based features.
- Reported unveiling
- October 13
- Display
- 6-inch screen
- Power
- May use USB Type-C and is not expected to have a battery
- Operating system
- A HomePod operating system centered on Siri AI
- Design
- May include a round metal base, speakers, microphones and a movable display
- Potential features
- Smart-home controls, video calls, music, photo slideshows and intercom-style calling
- Other expected products
- A new HomePod and an upgraded Apple TV
