What to know

• Apple officially confirmed yesterday that it will hold a product launch event next week on October 13. With a “Welcome home” tagline, the launch is expected to focus on new smart home products. Here’s everything to expect at next week’s Apple event. 9to5Mac’s...S1
• On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we look ahead to Apple's recently announced October 13 event and its expected push into the smart home market, including a dedicated home hub, the HomePod mini 2, and a new Apple TV. > Apple is expected to introduc...S2
• Apple has confirmed a special ‘Welcome home’ product launch event is happening next Tuesday, October 13. But it hasn’t yet said whether there will be a keynote video. Here’s what we know. more…S3