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Apple's Welcome Home Event Puts HomeView and HomePod Mini 2 in Focus

Apple's October 13 launch is expected to introduce a new smart home hub alongside refreshed devices, with reports pointing to separate release dates later this autumn.

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Apple adds original Apple TV 4K to vintage list

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New home hub expected at October 13 launch

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HomeView release plans point to mid November shipping

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HomePod mini 2 reportedly arrives on October 30

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HomeView report describes A18 chip and mounting options

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Two HomeView versions reportedly lack an App Store

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  1. Apple returns to smart home ecosystem with upcoming Welcome Home event
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  2. New Apple HomeView Smart Home Hub Reportedly Shipping in November
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  3. Apple is expected to unveil HomeView, a smart home device
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  4. Apple's smart home hub will reportedly be called HomeView
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  5. Apple TV 4K Getting A19 Chip and Easier-to-Find Siri Remote
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  1. Apple's All-New Home Hub Will Be Revealed October 13: What to Expect
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  2. Apple Announcing HomePod Mini 2 Next Week With These New Features
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  3. A New Apple TV 4K is Finally Coming on Tuesday
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  1. Apple marks first Apple TV 4K ‘vintage’ with new model imminent
    9to5Mac Apple
  2. My Apple TV 4K is now 'vintage,' and I'm ready for a new one
    AppleInsider - Frontpage News
  3. First Apple TV 4K Now 'Vintage' Ahead of New Model Coming on Tuesday
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