https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-refreshes-its-homepod-mini-with-a-new-chip-and-149-price-tagContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-refreshes-its-homepod-mini-with-a-new-chip-and-149-price-taghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-refreshes-its-homepod-mini-with-a-new-chip-and-149-price-tag#u126854Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:02:00 +0000Apple has refreshed its HomePod mini with a new chip, Siri AI, and a $149 price tag. The updated speaker is available for preorder and will be released on October 30. It features enhanced audio experiences and new colors. The HomePod mini 2 also works as a default speaker with select Macs.Why it mattersThe updated HomePod mini is part of Apple's efforts to enhance its smart home offerings. The new speaker features improved audio capabilities and integration with Siri AI. This refresh comes as Apple continues to compete in the smart speaker market. The HomePod mini was first introduced in