What's happening?
Apple's new smart speaker, the HomePod Mini 2, is expected to go on pre-order this week. The product will be offered alongside the 4th-generation Apple TV 4K.
Why it matters
The HomePod Mini 2 will be one of Apple's first Home products to carry Siri AI. This is seen as a step in expanding Apple's AI-powered voice assistant experience across its smart home ecosystem.
Expected features
- Siri AI support
- Pre-order alongside the 4th-gen Apple TV 4K
- Launch within this week
Strengthening Siri with AI is part of Apple's plan to refresh its Home product family. The arrival of the new Apple TV 4K in the same period suggests Apple is positioning its home entertainment and smart home devices together.
