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Apple has introduced the HomePod Mini 2. It keeps the spherical design of the original but updates the internal hardware, adds a new lighting effect on the top panel, and integrates Apple’s upcoming Siri AI features. It also costs $149, a $50 increase over the previous model.
Apple HomePod Mini 2 Specifications
The device will support an upgraded Siri AI, although the feature won’t be available at launch. Apple says it will arrive through a future software update, bringing more natural conversations and support for complex requests.
The HomePod Mini 2 will also be able to access personal information from compatible iPhones and iPads that support Apple Intelligence. For example, you can ask Siri to find a recipe shared through email or play a song received in a text message.
Apple says personal data will be handled securely through on-device processing or its Private Cloud Compute system. Those without an Apple Intelligence-compatible iPhone or iPad will still benefit from improved conversational capabilities, but won’t have access to personal context features.
Inside, the speaker runs on the S10 chip. Apple says this processor manages real-time audio adjustments for volume and dynamic range. The speaker still works alone or in a stereo pair, but Apple is adding a new home theater configuration.
If you own the new 4th-generation Apple TV 4K, you can link four HomePod speakers together. The system automatically calibrates the audio based on where each speaker is placed in the room. You can also now set the HomePod Mini 2 as the default audio output for a Mac.
On the outside, the top touch surface has been redesigned with a feature Apple calls Sound Glow. Instead of just showing the standard Siri animation, the top panel now changes color to match the album art of the music you are playing and pulses along with the audio.
For smart home use, the device continues to function as a home hub. It includes sound recognition to listen for smoke or carbon monoxide alarms and send alerts to your phone. It also supports face recognition for Apple’s newly announced Home Collection video doorbells, allowing the speaker to announce who is outside.
Availability
The HomePod Mini 2 comes in pink, green, blue, white, and midnight. Pre-orders are open now, and it will be available in stores on October 30th.
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