Instead of Apple’s proprietary power plug found on the original model, the second-generation HomePod brings a fully user-removable power cord.
The new HomePod lets you use any traditional figure-8 power cable
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Stay up-to-date on the latest HomePod news, and learn how to get the most out of your device with our comprehensive tutorials. From initial set up to advanced features, we’ve got you covered!
How to fix HomePod and Home app repeatedly asking for your Apple ID password and failing to authenticate
Are you entering the correct Apple ID or iCloud password in the Home app on your iPhone or iPad, but it repeatedly fails to authenticate? In this tutorial, we will go over common causes of this issue and provide step-by-step instructions on how to troubleshoot and resolve it so you can get back to using your HomePod and other smart devices.
Apple updates HomePod software to version 16.3
Just yesterday, Apple released iOS & iPadOS 16.3, and it provided some insight into some of the user experience changes users would expect to see if they had a HomePod or HomePod mini in their home.
Comparing the second generation HomePod to the original
Apple on Wednesday introduced an all-new second-generation HomePod for the 2023 year, which is similar in size and heft to the original HomePod. But don't be fooled, there are key differences between these models.
Modest iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, HomePod and Apple TV upgrades predicted for 2023
Apple's Reality Pro headset and the iPhone 15 lineup should be impressive, but the new iPad, Apple Watch and Mac models arriving in 2023 not so much.
How to automatically play songs on a HomePod or iPhone speaker at a set time
Check out how to set your iPhone to automatically play music every morning, evening, or at any other set time. You can even take things further and have your iPhone play the song on your HomePod. And all this will happen without you moving a muscle!
iOS 16.3 brings a visual guide for how to hand off music, calls and other audio content from iPhone to HomePod
iOS 16.3 provides a new visual guide to educate users on how to use the Handoff feature to transfer music and other audio between their iPhone and HomePod.
HomePod software 16.2 makes your smart home faster and more reliable
The HomePod Software 16.2 updates the architecture of your smart home, making devices perform faster and more reliably than before.
Apple is shortening the “Hey Siri” trigger phrase to just “Siri”
The shorter trigger phrase will speed up back-to-back requests as well as let you launch and use Siri faster on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and HomePod.
A roundup of Apple’s new features coming with iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, macOS Ventura 13.1, watchOS 9.2 and tvOS 16.2
We've rounded up the new iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac features available in the first betas of iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, watchOS 9.2 and macOS Ventura 13.2.
How to know what song is currently playing on HomePod
HomePod is a cute little device for listening to music. However, due to the lack of a screen, you can't see what song is currently playing on it. But that doesn't mean you're deprived of the important Now Playing information. In this tutorial, we will tell you four easy ways to find what's playing on your HomePod.
11 ways to hang up a call on iPhone
Hanging up a call on an iPhone is a simple task, but there are actually multiple ways to do it. From the traditional red hangup button to more unconventional methods, this article will explore 11 different ways to end a call on an iPhone. Whether you're looking for a faster way to hang up or simply want to try something new, this guide has got you covered.