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Do two Apple HomePod 2s really sound better than one? There are compromises! Watch this review before you buy. Affiliate Links When you make a purchase through the Affiliate Links here, I earn a small ...

Apple is reportedly preparing a new HomePod mini version, the first upgrade to the affordable smart speaker in five years. HomePod mini 2 rumors suggest a considerable jump in features, including ...

Apple announced the HomePod mini smart speaker four years ago today at its "Hi, Speed" special event. The low-cost smart speaker was announced alongside the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, ...

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Apple is working on new versions of its smart speakers - the HomePod mini 2 and HomePod 3 - but what will actually change? And when will they launch? In this video, I break down all the latest HomePod ...

Amid the buzz of Apple’s iPhone 17 launch event, the smart home took a backseat—aside from one subtle hint. Let’s unpack what that means. I’m PCMag’s senior writer covering smart home and wearable ...

The HomePod mini first launched in 2020 to mediocre praise. While Apple fans celebrated the bite-sized speaker, other critics pointed out that it lacked the intelligence of its competitors. The main ...

Rumors suggest that Apple has been working on a new generation of the HomePod mini, which is expected to be introduced later this year. Even so, the company didn’t want to wait and has now quietly ...

Can WiiM’s inaugural smart speaker take on the five-star HomePod 2?