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HomePodApr 2, 2023Apr 2, 2023

Spotify’s lack of native HomePod support leaves users in limbo

Spotify and Apple have long been at odds with each other, with Spotify accusing Apple of anticompetitive behavior in a complaint filed with the European Union in 2019. One of the key issues raised in the complaint was Apple’s alleged…

HomePodMar 21, 2023Mar 21, 2023

Apple developing a new HomePod with 7-inch built in display claims Kuo [U: To launch in 2024]

Rida Imran

TF Securities tech analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo claims that Apple is working on a new HomePod model which will feature a 7-inch built-in display. Recently, Apple HomePod 2 features a new S7 chip to deliver advanced computational audio with Spatial Audio…

AirPods Apple TV Apple Watch HomePod iPad iPhone Mac Product guidesMar 16, 2023Mar 16, 2023

AppleCare+ cost and coverage for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and other devices

Rida Imran

All Apple products come AppleCare warranty and 90 days of complimentary technical support for a year for free. However, it is a limited hardware warranty that only covers manufacturing defects. Fortunately, the tech company also offers AppleCare+ warranty plans across…

HomePod How tosMar 3, 2023Mar 3, 2023

How to set up a HomePod stereo pair on iOS 16.3

Rida Imran

With the launch of the 2023 HomePod 2, Apple has added another model to its smart speaker lineup. And thanks to the company’s HomePod stereo pair feature, users can create an immersive soundstage in a room with two speakers of…

HomePodFeb 23, 2023Feb 24, 2023

Future HomePod could feature flexible walls with hinges – Patent

Rida Imran

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted Apple a new patent that describes the benefits of flexible speakers. Titled “Flexible Speakers”, the filing details the use of hinges in cylindrical, spherical, or other non-flat audio speakers to…

HomePodFeb 11, 2023Feb 11, 2023

Teardown of HomePod 2 reveals the internal changes are “superficial”

Rida Imran

Apple kicked off this year with the re-launched its original smart speaker. The new HomePod 2 looks and sounds like the 2018 HomePod but it’s packed with new components. Teardown experts at iFixit opened the new HomePod 2 to check…

Apple TV HomePodFeb 7, 2023

Apple releases tvOS and HomePod 16.3.1 software updates

Ali Hasnain

Apple has released new tvOS and HomePod software updates, bringing them up to version 16.3.1. The update brings each to build number 20K661 which can be downloaded to Apple TV, HomePod, and HomePod mini by all device owners. Here’s everything…

HomePodFeb 3, 2023Feb 3, 2023

Apple execs explain why the original HomePod was resurrected in new interviews

Asma Hussain

In two new interviews, some Apple executives discussed the new second-generation HomePod, why it was resurrected, its Wi-Fi 4 functionality, and more. New interviews discuss second-gen HomePod with two key Apple employees In two separate interviews with Men’s Journal and TechCrunch,…

HomePodFeb 1, 2023

HomePod 2 reviews roundup: familiar design but new and improved listening experience

Rida Imran

In January, Apple launched HomePod 2 which looks almost the same as the original HomePod but features an advanced processor, internal to deliver an improved listening experience, smart home features, Siri capabilities, and more. Ahead of its availability on Feb…

HomePodFeb 1, 2023Feb 1, 2023

Apple says white rings caused by HomePod 2 on wood surfaces are temporary

Rida Imran

Apple recently re-launched the larger HomePod 2 with a few design tweaks like the illuminating touch surface and improved audio quality. However, one thing has not changed between the original and new HomePod, the white rings on wood surfaces. In…

HomePod

Apple replaces Space Gray with new Midnight HomePod mini

Apple reportedly working on new “Home Accessory”

HomePod leak shows off curved glass touchscreen

Apple unveils HomePod 17.4 with improvements to Siri’s functionality

Apple removed SharePlay feature from the HomePod in the latest iOS 17.4 and tvOS 17.4 betas

Spotify’s lack of native HomePod support leaves users in limbo

Apple developing a new HomePod with 7-inch built in display claims Kuo [U: To launch in 2024]

AppleCare+ cost and coverage for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and other devices

How to set up a HomePod stereo pair on iOS 16.3

Future HomePod could feature flexible walls with hinges – Patent

Teardown of HomePod 2 reveals the internal changes are “superficial”

Apple releases tvOS and HomePod 16.3.1 software updates

Apple execs explain why the original HomePod was resurrected in new interviews

HomePod 2 reviews roundup: familiar design but new and improved listening experience

Apple says white rings caused by HomePod 2 on wood surfaces are temporary