Latest HomePod News

Apple researching audio system that uses speaker airflow for cooling

A future version of Apple's HomePod or possibly even a computer could use out-of-phase speakers for internal component cooling purposes.

Mike Peterson 6 years ago 7

Ex-Apple designer targets HomePod with Syng 'Cell' speaker startup

A former Apple designer, as well as ex-Apple employees, have formed the start-up Syng, with their 'Cell' speaker aiming to take on the HomePod and other smart speakers with its own superior computational audio processing.

Malcolm Owen 6 years ago 18

HomePod sold out on online Apple Store as refresh rumors swirl [u]

Apple's online storefront is sold out of both black and white HomePods in the U.S., with the abrupt change in availability arriving amid rumors of a hardware refresh.

Mikey Campbell 6 years ago 18

Siri gets improved voice in Germany

German users are reporting that Siri is suddenly sounding much more natural, especially on HomePod, following a long-promised update to iOS.

William Gallagher 6 years ago 8

Siri may improve accuracy by mapping the room like a HomePod does

New research from Apple and Carnegie Mellon University delves into how smart devices could learn about their surroundings to better understand requests by knowing when and where they are being talked to.

William Gallagher 6 years ago 16

ARM-based MacBook, Apple game controller coming soon says leaker

A series of tweets from an anonymous Twitter account has allegedly leaked details about future products that are still being worked on by Apple, including claims of an ARM-based 12-inch MacBook and an Apple game controller.

Malcolm Owen 6 years ago 33

HomePod software now based on tvOS instead of iOS, report claims

Apple's HomePod operating system is now reportedly based on tvOS instead of iOS, according to a recent analysis of the firmware's code.

Mike Peterson 6 years ago 20

How to quiet down Siri, alarms, and notifications while you're working from home

Not only do all your work devices make bleeps, but so do those of everyone in your household. For their sanity, for yours, and for not being kicked out to self-isolate somewhere else, here's how to quieten down your Apple devices.

William Gallagher 6 years ago 0

How AppleInsider staff work from home and what gear we need to do it

AppleInsider staff work all around the world, and most of us have home offices. If you're looking for the ideal desk setup, we can show you that there isn't one — but here are eight favorites that help us get our work done.

William Gallagher 6 years ago 24

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