Apple Announces $149 HomePod Mini 2 With Siri AI, 'Sound Glow', and Four-Speaker Surround Sound
Apple has announced the second-generation HomePod mini, featuring the S10 chip, 'Sound Glow' visual feedback, and advanced Siri AI integration. The device is priced at $149 and supports multi-speaker surround sound configurations.
Why it matters
The integration of Apple Intelligence and advanced computational audio signals Apple's continued investment in high-end smart home hardware.
Apple today announced a new HomePod mini equipped with Siri AI, new colors, and improved audio experiences. The new HomePod mini has an S10 chip that supports advanced computational audio, and Apple says it optimizes dynamic range, loudness, and acoustic performance in real-time.
A Sound Glow feature turns the HomePod mini 's top into a "visual canvas" that glows and animates in sync with music, reacting to bass and treble. It uses colors generated from the song's album artwork for a unique experience for each song.
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