Audio · Apple Silicon · 2026
HomePod mini 2
HomePod mini 2 moves to the S10 chip, adds Siri AI support (arriving later by software update), Sound Glow that lights the top in time with music, and five colors: pink, green, blue, white and midnight. It also listens for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and recognizes up to six household voices.
First HomePod mini to support Siri AI, and first to join Apple TV 4K in a four-speaker surround setup.
HomePod mini 2: key facts
When was the HomePod mini 2 released?
The HomePod mini 2 arrived on October 30, 2026.
How much did the HomePod mini 2 cost?
The HomePod mini 2 launched at $149 in 2026, about $150 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: Apple S10, Backlit touch top with Sound Glow display, Apple connector / Mac peripheral bus.
Why does the HomePod mini 2 matter?
First HomePod mini to support Siri AI, and first to join Apple TV 4K in a four-speaker surround setup.
Full specifications
| CPU | Apple S10 |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | — |
| Storage | — |
| Display | Backlit touch top with Sound Glow |
| GPU | — |
| Ports | Apple connector / Mac peripheral bus |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Compact 360° smart speaker |
| Operating system | HomePod software |
| Released | October 30, 2026 |
| Discontinued | — |
| Launch price | $149 |
How the HomePod mini 2 compares to today
Launched at $149 in 2026, about $150 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple HomePod mini 2 announcement, Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker.
Did you know?
Pair four of them with the new Apple TV 4K and you get Apple’s first four-speaker surround sound setup.
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Last updated: 2026-10-27