HomePod Mini 2: All the New Features

Apple this week introduced the HomePod mini 2, and we have rounded up all of the new features and changes that we have uncovered so far below.

HomePod mini 2 can be pre-ordered now and launches Friday, October 30, but Siri AI support will not be available until a future software update.

Here is what is new with the HomePod mini 2:

• Siri AI support is coming in a future software update, with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad required for requests involving your personal context.
• S10 chip, up from the S5 chip for the previous model. It is unclear if this chip upgrade enables computational audio improvements.
• Wi-Fi 6E support, up from Wi-Fi 4 for the previous model.
• Bluetooth 6 support, up from Bluetooth 5 for the previous model.
• Default audio output support on Macs with Wi-Fi 6E and later.
• Sound Glow: the top area glows and pulses in sync with the music playing.
• Four-speaker surround sound with the new Apple TV 4K: connect four HomePod mini 2 speakers in front and rear pairs.
• Three microphones for Siri, down from four in the previous model.
• Two all-new color options: green and pink.
• While it is the most minor of differences, the HomePod mini 2's listed weight is 3% lower than the previous model.
• A price increase. In the U.S., the HomePod mini 2 is priced at $149. The previous model was initially $99 and later $129.