TechAudioApple relaunches the HomePod for a new generationThe second-generation HomePod offers deeper integration with home devices, Apple TV pairing and spatial audioWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechAudioApple relaunches the HomePod for a new generationThe second-generation HomePod offers deeper integration with home devices, Apple TV pairing and spatial audioWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
The second-generation HomePod offers deeper integration with home devices, Apple TV pairing and spatial audio
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: apple)
(Image credit: apple)
The HomePod is back! The big brother of the HomePod mini that disappeared fromApple’s lineup in 2021 is now back with a second-generation model. While the new version looks pretty much the same as the original, there’s lots new going on under that mesh fabric.
Where the HomePod really comes into its own is in collaboration with theApple TV4K. You can link a single or a pair of HomePod speakers to your Apple TV, or to your whole TV setup using eARC on HDMI, turning them into a soundbar alternative.
(Image credit: Apple)
(Image credit: Apple)
The HomePod second gen is actually slightly smaller and lighter than the original though the touch-sensitive pad on the top appears larger. It actually contains two fewer tweeters and microphones than the previous model – but is presumably able to do the same job as before, if not better. It uses the five tweeters, its S7 chip and room sensing technology to optimise the sound, adapting in real-time to the environment it’s placed in.
That mesh fabric – in either white or black finish – is 100% recycled material and is matched with a move power cable.
The HomePod second generation is available to order now in either white or black for £299/ $299 with availability from 3rd February.
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