New HomePod mini 2: Release date, features, price, and rumors
HomePod mini arrived in 2020, and nearly six years later, Apple is reportedly preparing a long-awaited second generation. Here is everything we know so far.
Apple is reportedly working on a second-generation HomePod mini, but no official release date has been announced. The new speaker is expected to launch this fall, according to recent reports. While Apple has not confirmed the existence of the HomePod mini 2, Bloomberg indicates that both the HomePod mini and Apple TV are nearing completion.
The software may see some improvements, such as AutoMix and faster AirPlay, but Apple appears to be saving the major Siri upgrade for hardware changes. The new HomePod mini 2 will reportedly feature an updated processor, likely an S9 or newer chip, designed to enhance Siri AI capabilities. The device is expected to retain a similar design to its predecessor, with potential enhancements in audio quality, wireless capabilities, and proximity-based handoff technology.
Pricing for the new HomePod mini 2 remains uncertain, as Apple's hardware costs have increased significantly in recent years.
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