It is claimed that Apple is preparing to renew its full-size HomePod family with the new generation Siri. According to the news based on Bloomberg writer Mark Gurman, the company is working on a new model centered on Siri AI features. While the product is expected to be introduced in 2027, Apple has not confirmed the device yet. Therefore, the release schedule and hardware details remain speculation for now.
It is stated that the new HomePod can largely maintain the existing cylindrical design and be offered in two color options. There is no concrete information yet on technical topics such as processor, speaker array and screen. The real change is expected to focus on the way Siri understands and carries out tasks within the home, rather than the audio hardware. There is no reliable data on price until Apple’s product announcement.
Apple uses Siri for tasks such as sending messages on HomePod, setting timers, and managing smart home devices. The company’s official support page states that personal requests work over the same home network and Apple account. The new generation model’s more contextual responses may make HomePod more than just a speaker. However, it is not announced which Siri AI features will work on the device and which will work with a cloud connection.
The same claim states that Apple is also working on a surround sound system that uses four HomePods together. In the current setup, a stereo pair can be established with two same-generation HomePods and this pair can be connected to Apple TV 4K. If the four-speaker structure is implemented, it could be the most comprehensive HomePod setup on the company’s home theater side. It is unknown whether this system will be exclusive to the new model.
Four HomePod plans could expand home theater
A structure that detects the position of four separate speakers in the room can distribute the sound stage more evenly around the television. Such a setup should resolve latency, wireless connectivity, and calibration issues on its own. Siri AI can also play an important role in separating the requests of different users and personalizing content recommendations. However, since none of these details have been disclosed by Apple, the final specifications of the product may change.
Apple is expected to position HomePod alongside artificial intelligence-focused smart home products in the 2027 calendar. Separate claims regarding products such as security cameras and video doorbells also indicate that this ecosystem will expand. It seems likely that the full-size HomePod will serve as the voice control center for these devices. The exact picture will emerge when the company’s official announcement and the languages it supports are announced.
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