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Apple Plans October 13 Event for New Devices
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In Short: Apple is planning a product event on October 13, where it will unveil several new devices, according to multiple sources.
The event will feature the launch of Apple's first dedicated smart home hub, a refreshed HomePod mini, and an updated Apple TV 4K.
Apple's new smart home hub, codenamed J490, is expected to serve as a control point for HomeKit devices, widgets, and personalized information.
The HomePod mini update will include a faster chip, improved audio, and support for Apple’s newer Siri AI features.
The Apple TV 4K is also set to receive a faster processor, more memory, and Siri AI support, though its design is expected to remain unchanged.
In addition to the smart home devices, Apple will launch the iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone, on October 23.
The iPhone Duo features a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch inner display with a minimal crease down the middle.
The event will also see the unveiling of the iPhone 18 Pro, which will be the company's most advanced traditional iPhone.
Apple is also rumored to have additional product launches planned for the final week of October, potentially including new Macs and an OLED iPad mini.
The company's new CEO, John Ternus, has taken a hands-on approach to product design, leading to the anticipated MacBook Ultra models with OLED displays and a thinner, lighter design.
Apple has not officially confirmed the October 13 event or the exact specifications of the rumored devices, and the lineup could still change before launch.
What's confirmed
- None of this is official yet has Apple hasn’t announced the October 13 event or confirmed specs for any of the rumored devices, and the lineup described here could still change before launch.
What's still developing
- Gurman previously reported that these three products would be launching October 13, but at the time he made no mention of an event.
- Apple is expected to launch several new products next week on October 13, and per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the product unveilings will happen at “an event.” Here’s what he said.
- But it sounds like an October event could be on the way as early as next Tuesday, October 13.
- The iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable, providing multiple displays, including a massive folding internal screen, and a considerable change in form factor.
- Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman recently reported that Apple plans to unveil an all-new home hub, a new HomePod mini, and a new Apple TV 4K on Tuesday, October 13, and MacRumors has since learned about another launch slated for later in the month.
- Apple is planning to unveil additional new products in the final week of October, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.
- Apple also previously announced that it will be releasing a high-end Mac Studio configuration with the M5 Ultra chip and 512GB of RAM in " late October."
- It is unclear if the device will be announced alongside new home products on October 13, alongside new Macs in the final week of October, or at some other point this month.
- Get ready, as it is about to be a busy couple of weeks in the world of Apple.
- It’s said to run on Apple’s A18 chip and support Siri AI and FaceTime, with a front-facing camera for video calls.
- The Apple TV 4K is in line for a faster processor and Siri AI too, though its design is said to stay the same, with the internal changes built to support newer software rather than a visual refresh.
- Apple had also been expected to update its larger HomePod alongside these three, but recent reports suggest that speaker is getting pushed to a later date.