https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-retail-stores-preparing-for-new-home-product-launchesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-retail-stores-preparing-for-new-home-product-launcheshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-retail-stores-preparing-for-new-home-product-launches#u50522Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:40:20 +0000Apple will host a keynote on Wednesday, September 9 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time under the tagline "Surprise and shine." The event is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the company's first foldable iPhone. This coincides with the shipping of new Mac mini and Mac Studio models starting September 22. Together with new Apple Watches and AirPods, these releases make September one of the busiest months for the company in recent history.Why it mattersApple is expanding its hardware ecosystem across mobile, desktop, and home categories. These launches follow a p https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-retail-stores-preparing-for-new-home-product-launcheshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-retail-stores-preparing-for-new-home-product-launches#u49309Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:10:21 +0000Apple is modifying its retail stores to accommodate a new home hub and other smart home hardware. MacRumors reports 13 additional products remain on the company's roadmap for the year, including updated Apple TV and HomePod mini models. These home launches coincide with the expected arrival of the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the first foldable iPhone. The company recently unveiled new Mac mini and Mac Studio models as it enters the September launch window.Why it mattersThe retail shifts indicate a strategic push into the smart home market. This expansion happens alongside a tran https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-retail-stores-preparing-for-new-home-product-launcheshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-retail-stores-preparing-for-new-home-product-launches#u48367Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:36:21 +0000Apple is reportedly refreshing its retail stores to make room for new home products, including a possible HomePod display and smart home hub. The company is preparing 'significant' changes to its stores ahead of the launches. A new HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K are also expected to be released.Why it mattersThe upcoming home products are part of Apple's efforts to expand its presence in the smart home market. The company has been rumored to be working on a home hub and other devices to compete with Amazon and Google. The new products are expected to be unveiled this fall.What is