Thanks to yesterday's software updates, Siri on HomePod now understands French, German and Canadian English languages and dialects spoken in those countries, with additional support for Canadian French coming down the pike later this year.
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Apple lists speakers and receivers with upcoming AirPlay 2 software support
Apple has listed third-party speakers and Hi-Fi receivers that will pick up support for AirPlay 2 technology which became available to the general public via today's iOS and tvOS updates.
HomePod update is its most significant yet
The newly released HomePod update is the Siri-based speaker's most significant software update since the device was first released in February. Version 11.4 adds key features, including multi-room and stereo pairing.
HomePod goes on sale in Canada, France & Germany on June 18
Following its January launch in the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia, Apple is keeping true to its promise by announcing today that the HomePod wireless speaker has been scheduled to expand to Canada, France and Germany on Monday, June 18.
iOS 11.4 arriving today with AirPlay 2, HomePod to gain multi-room audio and stereo pairing
Apple will release the iOS 11.4 update later today, bringing new features to iPhone, iPad and iPod touch device owners such as AirPlay 2, BuzzFeed News reported Tuesday morning.
Apple may be planning a cheaper $199 HomePod under Beats brand
A sketchy report published Monday would have us believe that Apple is working on a more affordable HomePod model with Beats branding that would be priced below $200.
Calendar support may be coming to HomePod with iOS 11.4 update
HomePod will be picking up support for the stock Calendar app with iOS 11.4.
How to turn off your HomePod microphone and stop it from always listening in on you
There is no physical switch to mute the HomePod microphone. However, by using the Home app or just by asking the speaker, you can turn off the always-on "Hey Siri" ability of your HomePod and HomePod mini. This tutorial shows you how to do that.
Apple researching an AirPods charging case that’s also a wireless speaker
Apple may be working on an AirPods charging case that’s also a wireless speaker.
AirPort Express no longer appearing as an AirPlay 2 target on the latest iOS 11.4 beta
Looks like AirPort Express may not be getting a suspected AirPlay 2 upgrade after all.
Apple to address HomePod ring marks with a new material
A future HomePod iteration should not leave ring marks on treated wood furniture.
Questionable report claims Apple has lowered HomePod orders
A report Thursday alleged that HomePod sales have been lackluster thus far.