Apple's October 13 Launch: What's Coming
Apple is planning to introduce new products on Tuesday, October 13, Apple marketing chief Greg Joswiak announced today . It won't be a traditional Apple event, but Apple has invited some members of the media to New York City to get some hands-on time with whatever's introduced. Those of us not invited to the New York Experience are…
On Tuesday, October 13, Apple is set to unveil several new products, according to marketing chief Greg Joswiak. However, it's not the traditional Apple event, as the company is inviting some media members to New York City for hands-on experience with the new devices. Those not invited will receive product announcements through press releases on launch day. The event is expected to begin at 9:00 a.m., and major hints at the new devices were provided in a video by Joswiak, indicating a focus on home-related items.
Among the anticipated products is the Home Hub, a device with a 6-inch display and two versions: one for wall mounting and the other with a half-dome speaker base. The hub will feature a version of tvOS called homeOS, running familiar Apple apps and widgets. It will display personalized information, control smart home devices, and support video calls using its camera.
The home hub will be customizable, allowing users to choose widgets and apps. Priced at around $350, it will be able to identify family members through facial recognition.
A refreshed HomePod mini is also on the agenda, featuring new color options, a faster processor, and an N1 networking chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. Apple is expected to introduce new Siri AI features for the mini. The upgraded Apple TV 4K will have an A19 or A19 Pro chip, 8GB or 12GB of RAM, and the N1 networking chip. It's also expected to provide a comprehensive Siri AI experience.
Other devices set to be launched around the same time include a majorly upgraded iPad mini with an OLED display, improved waterproofing, and a faster chip. An OLED touchscreen MacBook, potentially a MacBook Pro or a new MacBook Ultra, will also be introduced. This premium product will likely cost more than the current high-end MacBook Pro models. Lastly, an M6 iMac is in the works, and there's a possibility of a 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M6 chip before the year ends.
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