Apple Welcome Home event 2026: Apple has launched a new set of smart home products at its Welcome Home event on October 13. The devices bring together entertainment, voice assistance and home controls, with the upgraded Siri AI at the centre. The lineup includes the Apple TV 4K, the Apple HomeView smart display and the HomePod mini 2. Apple also launched a range of HomeView-connected accessories, including security products such as doorbells and locks, made in partnership with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric, but they are limited to certain markets. Here’s everything Apple launched in India, including its availability and price.
The new Apple TV 4K is powered by the A19 chip, which offers up to 50 per cent faster CPU performance and up to twice the GPU performance compared with the previous generation. It features Siri AI for finding shows, exploring movies and asking questions while watching content.
The device also has three far-field microphones for hands-free Siri control. Its new Siri Remote supports Find My, making it easier to locate. Users can pair the device with four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod speakers for surround sound. It also works as a smart home hub, allowing users to control compatible accessories and view camera notifications.
Apple HomeView houses a 7-inch Liquid Retina display along with a speaker base which is designed in a way that it supports tabletop or wall-mounted use. The compnay claims that the device can recognise up to six people and can offer personalised screens, calendars, reminders, messages and other content to the users.
Under the hood, it draws its power from the A18 chipset. HomeView supports Siri AI, FaceTime, Apple Music and smart home controls. Not only that, but the users can also adjust lights, thermostats and locks. The device allows you to view up to nine camera feeds at once. It also supports features such as Intercom, Find My and recipe instructions.
The HomePod mini 2 features 360-degree sound and comes in new colour options including pink, green, blue, white and midnight. The device comes packed with an S10 chipset under the hood and supports stereo pairing and multiroom audio. Users can get a surround sound experience when they pair four speakers with the new Apple TV 4K.
Aside from that, the speaker also introduces Sound Glow, which makes its top surface glow and pulse in sync with music. Apple has confirmed that the device will get Siri AI support with future software updates.
The Apple TV 4K is priced at Rs 39,900 in India, while the Apple HomeView and its wall-mounted version also cost Rs 39,900 each. The HomePod mini 2 is priced at Rs 18,900. It’s important to note that the HomeView wall mounts are sold separately, with prices starting at Rs 6,900.
Pre-orders for all three products are now open, and the interested buyers can head to Apple’s official website and Apple Store app to do so. Apple also confirmed that the HomePod mini 2 will hit the shelves on October 30, while the Apple TV 4K and Apple HomeView will reach customers from November 13.