HomeView’s built-in climate sensor is tuned for 15º C to 30º C and 30% to 70% humidity, and Apple says long, loud playback can make it less accurate.
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HomePod (2nd generation) owners get Sound Glow and Mac speaker support
The $349 HomePod (2nd generation) gets Sound Glow lighting and works as a speaker for Macs with Wi-Fi 6E or later, Apple’s pages say.
HomePod mini 2 won't stereo pair with your original HomePod mini
A HomePod mini 2 can’t form a stereo pair with your older mini, Apple’s fine print says. Multiroom audio with both speakers still works.
Apple TV 4K four-speaker surround setup starts at $895 with HomePod mini 2
Apple’s four-speaker surround setup needs Apple TV 4K (4th generation) and four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers. Here is what it costs.
HomePod 27.2 Beta 3 Adds More Clues About Four-Speaker Surround Sound
HomePod 27.2 beta 3 and macOS 27.2 beta 3 reveal fresh clues about Apple’s unannounced four-speaker surround sound system for Apple TV 4K today.
HomePod mini 2 leak reveals green, pink and lighter blue finishes
Leaked Apple images reportedly show HomePod mini 2 in green, pink, blue, white and black, while the familiar spherical design remains unchanged.
Siri AI could be heading to HomePod, but Apple has not confirmed it
Siri AI could be coming to HomePod, but Apple has not confirmed supported speakers, availability, timing or the final feature set for customers.
tvOS 27.2 beta points to a new HomePod surround sound option
The tvOS 27.2 beta points to a new HomePod surround sound option, but Apple has not confirmed final details yet.
Apple could unveil its new home operating system in October
Apple could unveil a new Siri AI-based operating system as soon as October, built for its rumored smart home display and shared household use.
Apple Releases HomePod Software 27.2 beta 2: Here's what you need to know
Apple releases HomePod Software 27.2 beta 2, build 24K5093g, but has not published a change list identifying new features or specific fixes.
HomePod Lossless, Dolby Atmos, and AutoMix live in the Home app
Lossless Audio, Dolby Atmos and AutoMix are not settings on the HomePod, and they are not in the Music app either. All three sit in the Home app, under Home Settings, under your own name. And if you share the house with someone, they may not be yours to change. iOS 27 and iPadOS 27,…
Airfoil can't stream to Apple TV or HomePod after OS 27 updates, developer says
Airfoil, the Mac app that sends audio to AirPlay speakers, can no longer play through an Apple TV or HomePod once that device installs its 27 update, according to developer Rogue Amoeba. Its status page puts the fault with Apple: “Apple’s tvOS 27 and HomePod OS 27 updates contain a bug which breaks the ability…
Which devices qualify as a home hub in Apple's Home app
Apple’s Home app gains an AI feature in iOS 27 that only works if a household already owns a specific piece of hardware Apple calls a home hub. Apple names exactly three devices that qualify: HomePod (2nd generation), HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K. Apple's September event introduced iOS 27's software changes without any new…
Siri AI Ships on Five Operating Systems, and tvOS Is Not One of Them
Apple’s own sentence names five operating systems: “Siri AI is available in beta in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27.” tvOS is not in it, and Apple TV and HomePod appear nowhere on the Apple Intelligence device list, even though both are Siri devices today. The new assistant arrives with…
Apple Music AutoMix Comes to tvOS and HomePod, Plus 12 New Lyrics Pairings in iOS 27
Apple Music AutoMix is now available on tvOS and HomePod, and the Music app in iOS 27, which ships free on Monday, September 14, picks up seven new lyrics translation pairings and five new pronunciation pairings. Those three lines are the entire published change to Apple Music in this software wave. iOS 27 arrives Monday,…
Apple Is Testing A New Full-Sized HomePod With Siri AI Support
Apple is reportedly testing a new full-sized HomePod with Siri AI support. Find out why the upgraded smart speaker might not hit store shelves anytime soon.
Apple Rolls Out HomePod Software 26.6 To Boost Device Stability
Apple just released HomePod Software 26.6 for its smart speakers. Find out how to download the update and improve your device stability and performance.
Apple Prepares to Launch New HomePod, Mini, and Apple TV Models
Apple is preparing to launch a new full-sized HomePod alongside an updated Apple TV and HomePod mini. Discover why it delayed the release of the new Siri.
How to Play Spotify on Your HomePod
An Apple HomePod can deliver a fantastic audio experience, which is why we’ll show you how to play music from Spotify to your device.
Apple’s Homepod To Get a Display and a Brand New homeOS
Apple rumored to release a HomePod with display! Breakdown of features, OS, and Apple’s smart home plans including homeOS.
Apple HomePod Saves Family from Fire Started by Dog in Colorado Springs
A fire started by a dog at a family’s home in Colorado Springs was stopped thanks to the HomePod smart speakers from Apple.
iPhone X, Original HomePod, and AirPods Are Now Apple Vintage
Apple announced it’s placing the iconic iPhone X, first-generation HomePod, and first-generation AirPods into the vintage products bucket.
How to Reset a HomePod Without Your Phone
Need to know how to reset your HomePod without using an iPhone or Wi-Fi connection? We’ve got just the right solution.
Diving Into New Features for Apple TV, AirPods and HomePod
Apple Fans, there’s a lot of new features arriving to Apple TV, HomePod and AirPods. Let’s take a look at what to expect.