HomePod mini 2's Sound Glow feature is coming to other HomePod models
With the tvOS 27.2 and HomePod Software 27.2 release candidates, Apple has added support for surround sound on the 2026 Apple TV 4K and for Sound Glow on select HomePods. HomePod mini 2 has a Sound Glow feature that shows colors and beats with the music On October 13, as part of its "Welcome Home" event, Apple's streaming box and smallest smart speaker received meaningful hardware upgrades. A new…
Apple has unveiled surround sound capabilities for the 2026 Apple TV 4K and Sound Glow functionality on select HomePod models during its Welcome Home event on October 13. The 2026 Apple TV 4K, priced at $300, features an upgraded A18 chip, Siri AI support, and far-field microphones for enhanced audio quality. Sound Glow, a feature that synchronizes the top of compatible HomePods with audio colors, is now available on HomePod 2 and the original HomePod mini.
However, current HomePod mini and HomePod owners will not benefit from these enhancements. For surround sound, users can pair the latest Apple TV 4K with four HomePod mini 2 units, four HomePod 2 speakers, or a combination of two HomePod mini 2 units and two HomePod 2 speakers. Cheaper alternatives offering better sound quality are also available for those who do not own the original HomePod mini or HomePod.
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