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HomePod (2nd generation)
Big, room-filling sound and a good smart-home hub. A stereo pair with Apple TV makes a convincing living-room setup.
Our score8.3 / 10
Released2023
Launch price$299
Our take
Big, room-filling sound and a good smart-home hub. A stereo pair with Apple TV makes a convincing living-room setup.
Home devices and displays live in our homes and offices. We look at setup, reliability over months, and how well they work with the rest of an Apple setup.
Pros
- Excellent sound for its size
- Thread and Matter hub
- Temperature and humidity sensor
Cons
- Siri still limited
- Apple-centric
Specifications
| Chip | S7 |
|---|---|
| Audio | 4-inch woofer, five tweeters |
| Smart home | Thread, Matter, sensors |
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