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Apple refreshes HomePod mini with new chip at $149
Original: Apple refreshes its Homepod mini with a new chip and $149 price tag The new $149 HomePod mini with Siri AI and a 'SoundG
Apple has refreshed its HomePod mini, adding a new chip, Siri AI features and a 'SoundGlow' visual effect, and pricing it at $149. The updated smart speaker will be available starting October 30. The move puts Apple's smallest smart speaker in direct competition with Amazon and Google in the race to bring AI assistants into the home.
Why now: Apple has just announced a refresh of its popular smart speaker with AI features and a new price point, drawing attention ahead of its October 30 release.
Evidence
- Apple refreshes its Homepod mini with a new chip and $149 price tag The new $149 HomePod mini with Siri AI and a 'SoundGlow' visual feature will be available starting October 30. https:// techcrunch.com/2026/10/13/appl… · techwire@gamefan.net · 2
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