HomePod Facts

HomePod mini (current)

Availability: Announced Apple, confirmed by Apple

110 claims: 58 from Apple, 52 reported. 116 citations.

This page joins claims that name this generation with claims that name no generation. Each value says which it came from.

Spec sheet

Identity

Identity
Field Value Citations
Name
HomePod mini 2 Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 6 citations

  1. HomePod mini 2 Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini 2 Sound in living color.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

    2. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      HomePod mini 2 Technical Specifications

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

    3. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini 2 is a smaller version of the HomePod with an S10 chip, Sound Glow top, and Siri AI support.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. HomePod Mini 2 Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple Support support.apple.com/en-us/docs/homepod

      HomePod Mini 2

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

  3. HomePod mini Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple Support support.apple.com/en-us/docs/homepod

      HomePod Mini 2

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

    2. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini 2: Everything We Know | MacRumors

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Availability

Availability
Field Value Citations
Status
Announced Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 4 citations

  1. announced Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple Newsroom apple.com/newsroom/rss-feed.rss

      Apple today announced HomePod mini 2, featuring Siri AI, gorgeous new colors, and enhanced audio experiences.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

    2. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Apple introduced the HomePod mini 2 in October 2026, marking the first real refresh to the speaker since its 2020 debut.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

    3. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Oct 13 Apple Announces $149 HomePod Mini 2 With Siri AI, 'Sound Glow', and Four-Speaker Surround Sound

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. available Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Siri AI will be available later as a free software update.

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

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Chip

Chip
Field Value Citations
Ultra Wideband
Ultra Wideband chip for device proximity Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 8 citations From a page that names no generation

  1. Ultra Wideband chip for device proximity Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Ultra Wideband chip for device proximity

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  2. Ultra Wideband chip for device proximity Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Ultra Wideband chip for device proximity

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

  3. U1 chip Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is Apple's smaller smart speaker, featuring a round design, an updated S10 chip, 360-degree audio, a U1 chip, and Wi-Fi 6E for $149. The original HomePod mini used to be priced at $99, but Apple raised the price to $129 in June 2026 and then increased it again with the…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

  4. U1 chip Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is Apple's smaller smart speaker, featuring a round design, an updated S10 chip, 360-degree audio, a U1 chip, and Wi-Fi 6E for $149. The original HomePod mini used to be priced at $99, but Apple raised the price to $129 in June 2026 and then increased it again with the…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  5. built-in U1 Ultra Wideband chip Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 features Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, plus it has a built-in U1 Ultra Wideband chip that allows it to interface with iPhones that have an Ultra Wideband chip. Bringing an iPhone close to the HomePod mini 2 allows the music that's playing on the iPhone to be handed off to…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  6. U1 Ultra Wideband chip Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini also has a U1 Ultra Wideband chip for music handoff from an iPhone to a HomePod mini and vice versa.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  7. U1 Ultra Wideband chip for music handoff Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini also has a U1 Ultra Wideband chip for music handoff from an iPhone to a HomePod mini and vice versa.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

  8. U1 Ultra Wideband chip for music handoff from an iPhone to a HomePod mini and vice versa Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini also has a U1 Ultra Wideband chip for music handoff from an iPhone to a HomePod mini and vice versa.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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Audio

Audio
Field Value Citations
Drivers
Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 8 citations

  1. Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Full-range driver Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      An Apple-designed full‑range driver uses an incredibly powerful neodymium magnet to deliver deep bass and crisp high frequencies.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  3. Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

  4. Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  5. Apple-designed force‑cancelling passive radiators give HomePod mini incredible bass extension. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Apple-designed force‑cancelling passive radiators give HomePod mini incredible bass extension.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  6. An Apple-designed full‑range driver uses an incredibly powerful neodymium magnet to deliver deep bass and crisp high frequencies. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      An Apple-designed full‑range driver uses an incredibly powerful neodymium magnet to deliver deep bass and crisp high frequencies.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  7. full-range driver and two force-cancelling passive radiators Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is equipped with a full-range driver and two force-cancelling passive radiators for what Apple says results in deep bass and crisp high frequencies. It uses a custom acoustic waveguide for a 360-degree sound field and acoustically transparent fabric.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

  8. a full-range driver and two force-cancelling passive radiators Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is equipped with a full-range driver and two force-cancelling passive radiators for what Apple says results in deep bass and crisp high frequencies. It uses a custom acoustic waveguide for a 360-degree sound field and acoustically transparent fabric.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Sound field
Custom acoustic waveguide for a 360º sound field Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 3 citations

  1. Custom acoustic waveguide for a 360º sound field Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Custom acoustic waveguide for a 360º sound field

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Custom acoustic waveguide for a 360º sound field Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Custom acoustic waveguide for a 360º sound field

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  3. 360-degree audio Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is Apple's smaller smart speaker, featuring a round design, an updated S10 chip, 360-degree audio, a U1 chip, and Wi-Fi 6E for $149. The original HomePod mini used to be priced at $99, but Apple raised the price to $129 in June 2026 and then increased it again with the…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Spatial Audio
not applicable Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation From a page that names no generation

  1. not applicable Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Spatial Audio not applicable

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

1

Microphones

Microphones
Field Value Citations
Microphones
Three-microphone design for far-field Siri Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 4 citations

  1. Three-microphone design for far-field Siri Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Three-microphone design for far-field Siri

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Three-microphone design for far-field Siri Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Three-microphone design for far-field Siri

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  3. three far-field microphones Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      There are three far-field microphones for listening to "Hey Siri" commands, with the HomePod mini 2 offering one fewer microphone than the original HomePod mini.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  4. far-field three-microphone array Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      A far-field three-microphone array listens for Siri commands and can isolate sound coming from the speaker for voice detection even when music is playing. Support for Sound Recognition lets the HomePod mini 2 listen for smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sounds and send alerts.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Connectivity

Connectivity
Field Value Citations
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations From a page that names no generation

  1. Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  2. Wi-Fi 6E Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is Apple's smaller smart speaker, featuring a round design, an updated S10 chip, 360-degree audio, a U1 chip, and Wi-Fi 6E for $149. The original HomePod mini used to be priced at $99, but Apple raised the price to $129 in June 2026 and then increased it again with the…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

2
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 6 Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations From a page that names no generation

  1. Bluetooth 6 Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Bluetooth 6

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  2. Bluetooth 6 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 features Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, plus it has a built-in U1 Ultra Wideband chip that allows it to interface with iPhones that have an Ultra Wideband chip. Bringing an iPhone close to the HomePod mini 2 allows the music that's playing on the iPhone to be handed off to…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

2
Thread
Thread networking technology Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations From a page that names no generation

  1. Thread networking technology Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Thread networking technology

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  2. Thread Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 features Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, plus it has a built-in U1 Ultra Wideband chip that allows it to interface with iPhones that have an Ultra Wideband chip. Bringing an iPhone close to the HomePod mini 2 allows the music that's playing on the iPhone to be handed off to…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

2

Sensors

Sensors
Field Value Citations
Room sensing
not applicable Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation From a page that names no generation

  1. not applicable Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Room sensing not applicable

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

1

Colors

Colors
Field Value Citations
Colors
five stunning colors Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 5 citations

  1. five stunning colors Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Colors. Available in five stunning colors. HomePod mini 2 shown in Green.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Available in five stunning colors. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Colors. Available in five stunning colors.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

  3. white, midnight, blue, pink, and green Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Apple added new colors for the HomePod mini 2, and it is available in white, midnight, blue, pink, and green. Apple is using a two-tone mesh, adding some color variability.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

  4. white, midnight, blue, pink, and green Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Apple added new colors for the HomePod mini 2, and it is available in white, midnight, blue, pink, and green. Apple is using a two-tone mesh, adding some color variability.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  5. white, pink, green, blue, and midnight Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      …a smaller version of the HomePod, measuring in at 3.3 inches tall compared to the HomePod's 6.6-inch height. Compared to the HomePod mini, the HomePod mini 2 has no exterior design changes, but there are new color options. The HomePod mini is available in white, pink, green, blue, and midnight.

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Size and weight

Size and weight
Field Value Citations
Height
3.3 inches high Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 3 citations

  1. 3.3 inches high Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      3.3 inches high (84.3 mm)

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. 3.3 inches tall Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is a smaller version of the HomePod, measuring in at 3.3 inches tall compared to the HomePod's 6.6-inch height. Compared to the HomePod mini, the HomePod mini 2 has no exterior design changes, but there are new color options. The HomePod mini is available in white, pink, green,…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  3. 3.3 inches tall Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is a smaller version of the HomePod, measuring in at 3.3 inches tall compared to the HomePod's 6.6-inch height. Compared to the HomePod mini, the HomePod mini 2 has no exterior design changes, but there are new color options. The HomePod mini is available in white, pink, green,…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

3
Width
3.9 inches wide Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. 3.9 inches wide Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      3.9 inches wide (97.9 mm)

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. 3.9 inches wide Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini measures in at 3.3 inches tall and 3.9 inches wide, and it weighs 0.74 pounds (0.2 pounds lighter than the prior version), so it's small enough to fit just about anywhere. There's a silicone base at the bottom of the HomePod mini that keeps it in place.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

2
Weight
0.74 pound (335 grams) Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. 0.74 pound (335 grams) Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Weight 0.74 pound (335 grams)

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. 0.74 pounds Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini measures in at 3.3 inches tall and 3.9 inches wide, and it weighs 0.74 pounds (0.2 pounds lighter than the prior version), so it's small enough to fit just about anywhere. There's a silicone base at the bottom of the HomePod mini that keeps it in place.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

2

Power

Power
Field Value Citations
Power
9V/2.22A required by HomePod mini 2 Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 5 citations

  1. 9V/2.22A required by HomePod mini 2 Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      The 20W power adapter supplies 9V/2.22A required by HomePod mini 2.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  2. color-matched USB-C power cord Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      There are humidity and temperature sensors in the HomePod mini 2 that can be used to trigger automations. The HomePod mini requires continual power and it has a color-matched USB-C power cord that plugs into a power adapter.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  3. non-detachable power cable that has a USB-C connector Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini is powered by a non-detachable power cable that has a USB-C connector at the end, which is designed to work with an included 20W power adapter. Because the HomePod mini features a USB-C connector instead of a plug like the HomePod, it can be powered by a battery pack. The power cord…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  4. non-detachable power cable that has a USB-C connector at the end Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini is powered by a non-detachable power cable that has a USB-C connector at the end, which is designed to work with an included 20W power adapter. Because the HomePod mini features a USB-C connector instead of a plug like the HomePod, it can be powered by a battery pack. The power cord…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  5. non-detachable power cable that has a USB-C connector at the end, which is designed to work with an included 20W power adapter Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini is powered by a non-detachable power cable that has a USB-C connector at the end, which is designed to work with an included 20W power adapter. Because the HomePod mini features a USB-C connector instead of a plug like the HomePod, it can be powered by a battery pack. The power cord…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Power adapter
20W power adapter Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. 20W power adapter Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      20W power adapter

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. 20W power adapter Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Line voltage: 100V to 240V for 20W power adapter

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

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Cable and port
beautiful color-matched woven power cord Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. beautiful color-matched woven power cord Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Woven power cord. A beautiful color-matched woven power cord.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. A beautiful color-matched woven power cord. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Woven power cord. A beautiful color-matched woven power cord.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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Software and Siri

Software and Siri
Field Value Citations
Siri
Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 5 citations From a page that names no generation

  1. Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence, helps with everyday tasks like sending messages, setting reminders, and more

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  2. Siri on HomePod mini 2 puts a powerful AI assistant right at the center of your home. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Siri on HomePod mini 2 puts a powerful AI assistant right at the center of your home. Once set up with your iPhone or iPad, Siri draws on broad world knowledge and your personal context to help you find what you need and get more done every day.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  3. Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence, helps with everyday tasks like sending messages, setting reminders, and more Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence, helps with everyday tasks like sending messages, setting reminders, and more

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

  4. Siri AI is coming to HomePod mini 2 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Siri AI is coming to HomePod mini 2, with personal context available through a connected iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Siri can identify the different voices of up to six members of a family, matching music and podcasts to their preferences and responding to personal requests that draw from iPhone and…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  5. Siri AI support is coming to the HomePod mini 2 in the near future Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Siri AI support is coming to the HomePod mini 2 in the near future. Most music playback is controlled through Siri voice commands, and Siri can make music recommendations based on personal tastes, aiding in music discovery.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Design

Design
Field Value Citations
Mesh
Two-tone, seamless mesh that's virtually transparent to the sound passing through it. Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. Two-tone, seamless mesh that's virtually transparent to the sound passing through it. Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Mesh. Two-tone, seamless mesh that’s virtually transparent to the sound passing through it.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Two-tone, seamless mesh that’s virtually transparent to the sound passing through it. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Mesh. Two-tone, seamless mesh that’s virtually transparent to the sound passing through it.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

2
Touch controls
backlit tinted surface on top, controlled by your touch Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 3 citations

  1. backlit tinted surface on top, controlled by your touch Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Touch controls. Featuring a backlit tinted surface on top, controlled by your touch.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. a backlit tinted surface on top, controlled by your touch Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Touch controls. Featuring a backlit tinted surface on top, controlled by your touch.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  3. tap pauses or plays music, and a double tap swaps to the next track Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini supports several touch gestures using the touch-based interface at the top of the device. A tap pauses or plays music, and a double tap swaps to the next track. A triple tap goes back to the previous track, and a touch and hold brings up Siri.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

3
Light
Light up the top of HomePod mini 2 with Sound Glow — a light experience featuring colors that match your album artwork and pulse in tune with the music. Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. Light up the top of HomePod mini 2 with Sound Glow — a light experience featuring colors that match your album artwork and pulse in tune with the music. Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Light up the top of HomePod mini 2 with Sound Glow — a light experience featuring colors that match your album artwork and pulse in tune with the music. Play a soundscape and Sound Glow matches the mood.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  2. light at the top of the HomePod mini that changes color and pulses in sync with the music Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Sound Glow is a light at the top of the HomePod mini that changes color and pulses in sync with the music or audio that's playing. It draws colors from album artwork, and is compatible with songs, podcasts, and Apple's ambient music feature.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

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Home features

Home features
Field Value Citations
Smart home hub
Smart home hub Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 3 citations From a page that names no generation

  1. Smart home hub Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini acts as a smart home hub, making it easy to control your smart home accessories hands-free from anywhere.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  2. HomePod mini acts as a smart home hub, making it easy to control your smart home accessories hands-free from anywhere. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini acts as a smart home hub, making it easy to control your smart home accessories hands-free from anywhere.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  3. serves as a Home Hub, allowing remote access for HomeKit devices Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini serves as a Home Hub, allowing remote access for HomeKit devices so they can be controlled even when a user is away from home.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Security camera feeds
With HomeKit Secure Video support, HomePod mini can analyze the feeds of your supported video cameras. Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation From a page that names no generation

  1. With HomeKit Secure Video support, HomePod mini can analyze the feeds of your supported video cameras. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      With HomeKit Secure Video support, HomePod mini can analyze the feeds of your supported video cameras. All video processing is done right on device before it’s sent end‑to‑end encrypted to iCloud — so your recordings can only be seen by you and the people you share them with, not Apple.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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Intercom
With HomePod mini and Apple Home devices in the house, you can communicate with your family members by voice using Intercom. Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation From a page that names no generation

  1. With HomePod mini and Apple Home devices in the house, you can communicate with your family members by voice using Intercom. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      With HomePod mini and Apple Home devices in the house, you can communicate with your family members by voice using Intercom. Ask Siri to send your message to the whole house or to individual rooms — and everyone can easily respond.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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Sound Recognition
Sound Recognition for smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sounds Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 3 citations

  1. Sound Recognition for smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sounds Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Sound Recognition for smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sounds

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. HomePod mini listens for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini listens for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. When an alarm is detected, a critical alert is sent directly to your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  3. Sound Recognition for smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sounds Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Sound Recognition for smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sounds

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

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Pairing and home theater

Pairing and home theater
Field Value Citations
Stereo pair
Stereo pair capable Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 3 citations

  1. Stereo pair capable Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Stereo pair capable

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Stereo pair capable Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Stereo pair capable

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

  3. two HomePod minis in a single room can also work together as a stereo pair with left and right channels Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Music can be played to multiple HomePod minis, HomePods, and AirPlay 2 speakers throughout the home at the same time, but two HomePod minis in a single room can also work together as a stereo pair with left and right channels to fill a space with sound.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

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Stereo pair needs
two HomePod mini 2 or two HomePod (2nd generation) Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations From a page that names no generation

  1. two HomePod mini 2 or two HomePod (2nd generation) Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Creating a HomePod stereo pair requires two of the same model and generation of HomePod speakers, such as two HomePod mini 2 or two HomePod (2nd generation).

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  2. requires two of the same model and generation of HomePod speakers, such as two HomePod mini 2 Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Creating a HomePod stereo pair requires two of the same model and generation of HomePod speakers, such as two HomePod mini 2 or two HomePod (2nd generation).

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Surround sound
Surround sound with Apple TV 4K Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. Surround sound with Apple TV 4K Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Surround sound with Apple TV 4K

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Surround sound with Apple TV 4K Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Surround sound with Apple TV 4K

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

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Home theater needs
Home theater surround sound requires four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers in matching pairs Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. Home theater surround sound requires four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers in matching pairs Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Home theater surround sound requires four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers in matching pairs (front and rear) and paired with Apple TV 4K (4th generation) running the latest operating system software.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers in matching pairs Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Home theater surround sound requires four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers in matching pairs (front and rear) and paired with Apple TV 4K (4th generation) running the latest operating system software.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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Multiroom audio
Multiroom audio with AirPlay Apple, confirmed by Apple . Show 3 citations

  1. Multiroom audio with AirPlay Apple, confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Multiroom audio with AirPlay

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. Multiroom audio Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/

      Multiroom audio

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  3. Multiroom audio with AirPlay Apple, confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Apple page, Apple source Apple apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

      Multiroom audio with AirPlay

      Stored Nov 2, 2026, revision 1.

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Reported, not confirmed by Apple

No Apple claim gives a value for these fields. Apple may state a related fact under another field above.

Price

Price
Field Value Citations
Price
$149 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. $149 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini 2 is priced at $149 in the United States and it can be ordered from Apple and other retailers.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 5.

  2. $149 in the United States Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini 2 is priced at $149 in the United States and it can be ordered from Apple and other retailers.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Earlier price
$99 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation From a page that names no generation

  1. $99 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is Apple's smaller smart speaker, featuring a round design, an updated S10 chip, 360-degree audio, a U1 chip, and Wi-Fi 6E for $149. The original HomePod mini used to be priced at $99, but Apple raised the price to $129 in June 2026 and then increased it again with the…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Chip

Chip
Field Value Citations
Chip
S10 chip Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 7 citations

  1. S10 chip Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini 2 is a smaller version of the HomePod with an S10 chip, Sound Glow top, and Siri AI support.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

    2. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Inside, the HomePod mini 2 is equipped with an S10 chip, which is the same chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10. The S10 chip uses computational audio to analyze the music that's playing and optimize loudness, adjust dynamic range, and control driver and passive radiator movement…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. S10 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is Apple's smaller smart speaker, featuring a round design, an updated S10 chip, 360-degree audio, a U1 chip, and Wi-Fi 6E for $149. The original HomePod mini used to be priced at $99, but Apple raised the price to $129 in June 2026 and then increased it again with the…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  3. S10 chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is equipped with the S10 chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10. It's built on TSMC's N4 4nm process and is based on the A16 Bionic chip from the iPhone 14 Pro. It is a more powerful chip than the S5 that was used in the original HomePod mini.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  4. S10 chip, which is the same chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      Inside, the HomePod mini 2 is equipped with an S10 chip, which is the same chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10. The S10 chip uses computational audio to analyze the music that's playing and optimize loudness, adjust dynamic range, and control driver and passive radiator movement…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  5. S10 chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10. It's built on TSMC's N4 4nm process and is based on the A16 Bionic chip from the iPhone 14 Pro Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is equipped with the S10 chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10. It's built on TSMC's N4 4nm process and is based on the A16 Bionic chip from the iPhone 14 Pro. It is a more powerful chip than the S5 that was used in the original HomePod mini.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  6. S5 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is equipped with the S10 chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10. It's built on TSMC's N4 4nm process and is based on the A16 Bionic chip from the iPhone 14 Pro. It is a more powerful chip than the S5 that was used in the original HomePod mini.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Chip details
TSMC's N4 4nm process Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation

  1. TSMC's N4 4nm process Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is equipped with the S10 chip that was first used in the Apple Watch Series 10. It's built on TSMC's N4 4nm process and is based on the A16 Bionic chip from the iPhone 14 Pro. It is a more powerful chip than the S5 that was used in the original HomePod mini.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Connectivity

Connectivity
Field Value Citations
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, and Thread Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation

  1. Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, and Thread Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 features Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, plus it has a built-in U1 Ultra Wideband chip that allows it to interface with iPhones that have an Ultra Wideband chip. Bringing an iPhone close to the HomePod mini 2 allows the music that's playing on the iPhone to be handed off to…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

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Sensors

Sensors
Field Value Citations
Sensors
humidity and temperature sensors Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. humidity and temperature sensors Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      There are humidity and temperature sensors in the HomePod mini 2 that can be used to trigger automations. The HomePod mini requires continual power and it has a color-matched USB-C power cord that plugs into a power adapter.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. humidity and temperature sensors Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      There are humidity and temperature sensors in the HomePod mini 2 that can be used to trigger automations. The HomePod mini requires continual power and it has a color-matched USB-C power cord that plugs into a power adapter.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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Size and weight

Size and weight
Field Value Citations
Dimensions
3.3 inches tall and 3.9 inches wide Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation From a page that names no generation

  1. 3.3 inches tall and 3.9 inches wide Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini measures in at 3.3 inches tall and 3.9 inches wide, and it weighs 0.74 pounds (0.2 pounds lighter than the prior version), so it's small enough to fit just about anywhere. There's a silicone base at the bottom of the HomePod mini that keeps it in place.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Software and Siri

Software and Siri
Field Value Citations
Software version
HomePod Software 27.2 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 2 citations

  1. HomePod Software 27.2 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 ships with HomePod Software 27.2.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. HomePod Software 27.2 Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 ships with HomePod Software 27.2.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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Design

Design
Field Value Citations
Design
Round design Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 4 citations

  1. Round design Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple Shown value
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 is Apple's smaller smart speaker, featuring a round design, an updated S10 chip, 360-degree audio, a U1 chip, and Wi-Fi 6E for $149. The original HomePod mini used to be priced at $99, but Apple raised the price to $129 in June 2026 and then increased it again with the…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  2. fabric-covered spherical design with a flat top Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 has a fabric-covered spherical design with a flat top that has a backlit touch interface with Sound Glow. Sound Glow is a visual canvas that glows and pulses in sync with music that's playing, pulling colors from the song album's artwork. Colors are unique to each song, and…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 4.

  3. fabric-covered spherical design with a flat top that has a backlit touch interface with Sound Glow Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    Named as 2nd generation

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 has a fabric-covered spherical design with a flat top that has a backlit touch interface with Sound Glow. Sound Glow is a visual canvas that glows and pulses in sync with music that's playing, pulling colors from the song album's artwork. Colors are unique to each song, and…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

  4. rounded, bulbous body with a display at the top Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      The HomePod mini 2 looks identical to the original HomePod mini, with no major design changes. It has the same mesh-covered acoustic fabric design as the larger HomePod, but it features a rounded, bulbous body with a display at the top. The top display has physical controls and a Sound Glow…

      Quote cut to 300 characters. Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 3.

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Home features

Home features
Field Value Citations
Music service
Apple Music, Apple's streaming music service that's available starting at $11.99 per month Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple . Show 1 citation From a page that names no generation

  1. Apple Music, Apple's streaming music service that's available starting at $11.99 per month Report, reported, not confirmed by Apple
    No generation named

    1. Press, press source MacRumors macrumors.com/roundup/homepod-mini/

      HomePod mini works with Apple Music, Apple's streaming music service that's available starting at $11.99 per month. It connects directly to Apple Music in the cloud over Wi-Fi, so it is able to access a user's music library with playlists, music mixes, and preferences.

      Stored Nov 3, 2026, revision 6.

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