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  "id": 14218540,
  "title": "Apple just launched the HomePod mini 2 — how to buy this brand-new smart speaker.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/apple-just-launched-the-homepod-mini-2-how-to-buy-this-brand-new",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-13T14:24:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/apple-homepod-mini-2-preorder-where-to-buy"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple has introduced the HomePod mini 2, a new smart speaker, which is now available for pre-order at a price of $149. The device comes in five distinct color options and includes a complimentary three-month Apple Music subscription with each purchase. Pre-orders can be placed on the Apple Store, and the speaker is expected to be delivered on launch day, which is October 30. The HomePod mini 2 boasts compact dimensions of 3.3 inches in height, packed with advanced audio technology featuring full-range drivers and two force-canceling passive radiators. Notably, it is compatible with the new Apple TV 4K, enabling four units to create a surround sound setup for viewing media content. Although Siri AI is integrated into the HomePod mini 2, it will not be available at launch but will be rolled out in a subsequent software update. At present, pre-orders can only be submitted through Apple's official website, with no guarantees of availability at third-party retailers like Amazon or Walmart.",
  "summary": "The Apple HomePod mini 2 is available for preorder at Apple for $149. Launch date is set for Oct. 30.",
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        "published": "2026-10-13T08:30:25.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Techmeme",
        "title": "Apple unveils the $299 Apple HomeView, a 7\" smart display with an A18 chip, tabletop and wall-mounted versions, and \"HomeView software\", shipping November 13 (Julian Chokkattu/Wired)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/apple-unveils-the-299-apple-homeview-a-7-smart-display-with-an-a18",
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        "outlet": "9to5Mac",
        "title": "Apple unveils new HomeView smart display: pre-order today for $299",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/apple-unveils-new-homeview-smart-display-pre-order-today-for-299",
        "published": "2026-10-13T12:59:34.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "TechRadar",
        "title": "The Apple HomeView is the smart display I’ve been waiting for",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/the-apple-homeview-is-the-smart-display-ive-been-waiting-for",
        "published": "2026-10-13T13:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Verge",
        "title": "Apple launches HomeView, its first smart display for the home",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/apple-launches-homeview-its-first-smart-display-for-the-home",
        "published": "2026-10-13T13:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "Apple reveals its Nest Hub rival: meet the HomeView",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/apple-reveals-its-nest-hub-rival-meet-the-homeview",
        "published": "2026-10-13T13:33:03.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "TechCrunch",
        "title": "Apple refreshes its Homepod mini with a new chip and $149 price tag",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/apple-refreshes-its-homepod-mini-with-a-new-chip-and-149-price-tag",
        "published": "2026-10-13T13:38:03.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Slashdot",
        "title": "Apple Launches HomeView, Its First Smart Display For the Home",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/apple-launches-homeview-its-first-smart-display-for-the-home-14236100",
        "published": "2026-10-13T16:00:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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