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Apple HomePod (2nd gen) review: A smarter smart speaker
Thanks to five years of work, the new HomePod is much better than the first.
Siri
Apple will reportedly let anyone make apps for its mixed reality headset using Siri
You'd just have to say what you want.
Apple's larger HomePod returns with upgraded audio and more smart home tools
The company's bigger smart speaker is now $299.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Apple finally lets businesses customize their listings in Maps
The info will also appear in Messages, Siri and Wallet.
Apple TV devices now recognize up to six different voices
Apple Music Sing is also available for your karaoke parties.
Apple is reportedly working to simplify Siri's trigger phrase
The company wants the digital assistant to respond to "Siri" instead of "Hey Siri."
Apple could be developing a smart display
The company is reportedly working on four new smart home devices.Apple is reportedly developing a replacement for the original HomePod
It's said to feature the company's forthcoming S8 chip and a new display.
Apple’s AirPods Pro are back on sale for $175
It's not an all-time-low price, but it's a pretty good discount for this time of year.
macOS 12.3 arrives with Universal Control and spatial audio features
Dozens more emoji, including a melting face and disco ball, are now available.
iOS 15.4 will arrive next week, allowing you to use Face ID with a mask
The delayed Universal Control feature will finally hit Macs and iPads too.Apple will give Siri a less gendered voice option in iOS 15.4
The company's AI assistant will soon be more diverse.
Apple Music's Siri-only plan is now available as iOS 15.2 rolls out
Other new features include an App Privacy Report, a safety option for children and the Digital Legacy program.
Apple Music's Siri-only plan seems on track to arrive with iOS 15.2
The changelog for update's release candidate mentions the tier.Apple Music's new $5 plan only works with Siri
If you don't mind ceding some control, you'll get a lower price.
Apple hires a new HomePod software lead amid speaker market struggles
Afrooz Family co-founded HomePod rival Syng.
Ecobee’s smart thermostat now supports Siri voice control
You'll need a HomePod to make Siri sing.
HomePod mini update lets it become your default Apple TV speaker
Just don't expect lossless or spatial audio in the very near future.
Apple has a new app for collecting feedback on Siri
You need an invite from the company to use the software.
Siri is coming to third-party devices
It sounds like you'll need a HomePod mini to serve as a hub, though.
