This follow-up to the original HomePod mini has long been considered unlikely to arrive, given how long its been since that miniature Apple HomePod was released. But at some point ...

Last year, Apple’s iOS 18 update introduced spatial audio to AirPlay, letting you stream virtual surround sound from your iPhone to a HomePod or any AirPlay-compatible speaker. This new feature ...

Until it comes out we won't know for sure, of course. Let's see if the new HomePod mini fits in with the best smart speakers.

It is unclear if the current full-size HomePod speaker will be updated this year, but a new HomePod mini is expected to launch later this year.

Back in 2020, Apple introduced the $99 HomePod mini for those seeking a miniature, more affordable edition of its smart speaker. While I absolutely adore the pair I’ve connected to my Apple TV ...

Yes, the Apple HomePod mini is just one speaker. However, we think it deserves a place on our best stereo speakers list because pairing two of these compact devices can be an excellent alternative ...

Apple launched the HomePod in February 2018 with a premium $349.00 price tag that matched the company's marketing angle, which presented the smart speaker as a music-first device with excellent ...

Ty Pendlebury has worked at CNET since 2006. He lives in New York City where he writes about TVs and home entertainment. Expertise Ty has worked for radio, print, and online publications, and has ...

Launched in 2014, the Echo came with Alexa and there have been many smart speakers from Amazon since. Apple is another player, offering Siri on two sizes of HomePod, while other brands licence ...