Apple’s ‘Welcome home’ launch announced, more
Oct 9, 2026 · 8m
Summary
Apple announced its "Welcome Home" event for October 13, expected to unveil new smart home products like the HomePad, Apple TV 4K, and co-branded accessories from LG and Schneider. Meanwhile, supply chain reports indicate Apple has cut iPhone 18 component orders by 15% due to price hikes dampening demand. Looking ahead, Bloomberg reports a second event on October 27 will feature the first touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED displays and a new iPad mini, targeting creative professionals.
Topics discussed
Apple announces 'Welcome Home' event for Oct 13
Expected smart home products: Apple TV, HomePod, HomePad
LG co-branded smart home accessories
Schneider second-party accessories and integration details
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iPhone 18 Pro order cuts due to soft demand
Price increases and iPhone Duo production concerns
Apple Q4 earnings report date
Second Apple event scheduled for Oct 27
New MacBook Pro with OLED, touchscreen, and M5 chips
New iPad mini, iMac, and entry-level MacBook Pro
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