{
  "id": 2160357,
  "title": "New ‘HomePad’ reveal is another reason to put it in every room of your house",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/new-homepad-reveal-is-another-reason-to-put-it-in-every-room-of-your",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-20T15:01:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Mac",
    "slug": "9to5mac",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/20/new-homepad-reveal-is-another-reason-to-put-it-in-every-room-of-your-house/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple is set to launch its new \"HomePad\" smart home hub later this year, thanks to a recent leak revealing customizable \"faces\" for each room. The product, originally planned for early 2025, has faced delays due to Siri AI development, but may debut as soon as next month.\n\nSeveral rumored features make the HomePad intriguing, with customizable \"faces\" being the latest addition. These faces resemble Apple Watch faces, but are larger and more versatile. HomePad faces will be customizable with different widgets and Smart Stacks, allowing users to see various widgets throughout the day.\n\nThis feature makes the HomePad even more appealing, as users can personalize each device for the specific room it's in. Having the ability to set different widgets and layouts in the kitchen, living room, bedroom, and so on adds to the product's versatility.\n\nThe author expresses excitement for the HomePad and hopes Apple can launch the product without further delays. The article concludes by asking readers if they plan to purchase a HomePad and why or why not.",
  "summary": "Apple’s new ‘HomePad’ smart home hub is reportedly launching this fall, and the latest leak about it having customizable ‘faces’ offers another reason to put one in every room of your house.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}