Apple launches new smart home products with siri AI integration

Apple unveiled a range of smart home products on October 13, 2026, as part of its 'Welcome Home' initiative. The lineup includes the Apple HomeView smart display, a second-generation HomePod mini, a fourth-generation Apple TV 4K, and the Apple Home Collection, a line of smart security devices. All products leverage Siri AI, Apple's rebuilt virtual assistant, which is now available on most devices except the new HomePod mini 2, which will receive the feature in a future update. The HomeView display, priced at $299, features a 7-inch Liquid Retina screen and supports up to six users with facial recognition. It is available in multiple colors and will launch on November 13, though it will not be sold in the EU due to Siri AI's unavailability there. The HomePod mini 2, priced at $149, uses the S10 chip and can pair with the new Apple TV 4K for a surround sound setup. The Apple TV 4K, priced at $299, introduces Siri AI with a full-screen interface and enhanced performance with the A19 chip. The Apple Home Collection, developed with LG and Schneider Electric, includes smart cameras, a deadbolt lock, and thermostats. The collection is set to launch in December, with some accessories arriving in early 2027. Apple also announced plans for professional installation through ADT in the U.S.