Apple's 'Welcome Home' Event Focuses on Smart Home Updates

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Apple will host its 'Welcome Home' launch event in New York on October 13th. The event is expected to center on announcements related to smart home products. Anticipated reveals include refreshed Apple TV and HomePod Mini devices, a new smart home hub, and a potential homeOS platform. However, reports indicate a rumored touchscreen MacBook will not debut at this event.

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