HomePod
Every HomePod generation with chip, audio hardware and key features.
| HomePod | Chip | Audio | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd gen (2023) |
S7 | 4″ woofer, 5 tweeters, 4+1 mics | Room-sensing spatial audio, Thread/Matter hub, UWB, temperature & humidity sensor, Sound Recognition |
| 1st gen (2018) |
A8 | 4″ woofer, 7 tweeters, 6+1 mics | Spatial awareness, real-time acoustic modelling, beamforming, AirPlay 2, stereo pairing |
HomePod 2nd gen (2023)
ChipS7
Audio4″ woofer, 5 tweeters, 4+1 mics
FeaturesSpatial audio, Thread/Matter hub, UWB, temp/humidity sensor
HomePod 1st gen (2018)
ChipA8
Audio4″ woofer, 7 tweeters, 6+1 mics
FeaturesSpatial awareness, acoustic modelling, beamforming, AirPlay 2
The 1st gen HomePod was discontinued in March 2021.
| HomePod mini | Chip | Audio | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| mini (2020) |
S5 | Full-range driver, dual passive radiators, 4 mics | 360° acoustic waveguide, Thread/Matter hub, UWB, temperature & humidity sensor, Sound Recognition, Intercom |
HomePod mini (2020)
ChipS5
AudioFull-range driver, dual passive radiators, 4 mics
Features360° waveguide, Thread/Matter hub, UWB, temp/humidity sensor
The HomePod mini has been available in White, Space Gray, Blue, Orange and Yellow. In July 2024, Space Gray was replaced by Midnight with no hardware changes.
Apple launch day prices for comparison. All prices in GBP (£) with USD ($) in brackets.
| Model | Price |
|---|---|
| HomePod 2nd gen (2023) | £299 ($299) |
| HomePod 1st gen (2018) | £319 ($349) |
HomePod
2nd gen (2023)£299 ($299)
1st gen (2018)£319 ($349)
| Model | Price |
|---|---|
| HomePod mini (2020) | £99 ($99) |
HomePod mini
mini (2020)£99 ($99)