HomePad

Reports suggest Apple's long-rumored 'HomePad' smart home device may finally be close to release. The gadget, expected to blend a screen with Siri and home automation controls, has been speculated about for months. Tech watchers are buzzing that an announcement could come soon, though Apple has not confirmed anything officially.

Apple's long-rumoured smart home hub, reportedly called the HomePad, is said to be launching on October 13th according to a report from The Verge. The device is expected to serve as a central controller for Apple's smart home ecosystem, and the reported date has fuelled speculation that an official announcement is imminent.