HomePod 26 public beta launches with these new features

HomePod 26 public beta launches with these new features

Apple has launched the public beta for HomePod software 26, which includes at least two new features for HomePod and HomePod mini.

HomePod 26 Will Bring Two New Features to Your Speakers

Yesterday, Apple kicked off the public beta cycle for iOS 26 and its associated software updates, opening up the next version of this year’s major software releases beyond the developer community. While the new versions are still most decidedly beta software, and should therefore be installed with caution, Apple now deems them stable enough to […]Read More...

HomePod 26 public beta delivers two new standout features

Apple’s original HomePod Apple has released public betas for iOS 26 and related updates, including a HomePod software 26 public beta. The new HomePod beta delivers at least two new features. Ryan Christoffel for 9to5Mac: ‎ HomePod 26 is primarily a compatibility update to ensure your HomePod devices work well with other Apple products running the latest iOS 26 software. However, during the developer beta cycle two new features have been discove…

iOS 26 Beta Offers First Hints of the Long-Awaited HomePod With Display

The latest beta release of iOS 26 reveals early clues about Apple’s much-anticipated HomePod model featuring a display. New references found in the code hint at upcoming hardware that could signal a significant upgrade to Apple’s smart speaker lineup.