Apple releases HomePod software update 14.2.1
On Monday afternoon, the HomePod and HomePod mini received a software update to version 14.2.1 providing bug fixes and stability improvements to users.
HomePod OS update 14.2.1 now available
The HomePod and HomePod mini run a specialized version of tvOS and receive updates sporadically when compared to Apple's other operating systems. Updates generally include bug fixes and improvements for features attached to the larger ecosystem.
The last HomePod software update was for version 14.1 which included support for HomePod mini and new features like Intercom. The updates normally skip numbers to match whatever current iOS or tvOS version is currently available.
The HomePod mini released in November for $100 and features the same Siri interactions and great sound associated with the original HomePod. AppleInsider reviewed the HomePod mini and gave it 4.5 out of 5.
HomePod OS update 14.2.1 now available
The HomePod and HomePod mini run a specialized version of tvOS and receive updates sporadically when compared to Apple's other operating systems. Updates generally include bug fixes and improvements for features attached to the larger ecosystem.
The last HomePod software update was for version 14.1 which included support for HomePod mini and new features like Intercom. The updates normally skip numbers to match whatever current iOS or tvOS version is currently available.
The HomePod mini released in November for $100 and features the same Siri interactions and great sound associated with the original HomePod. AppleInsider reviewed the HomePod mini and gave it 4.5 out of 5.
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See equality72521's response below for what the Thread feature is about? It is found on the HomePod mini.
Just need my accessories to support Thread, even more so than my original HP.
I goto the Disney+ app, with a FULL 5.1.2 system that has/does Atmos, I goto Mandalorian latest episode, and shows DD|Vision}Atmos logo. Plays great the Presence speakers firing. I switch to HomePods (Stereo Pair), kill all apps, restart. I goto Disney+ still shows DD|Vision}Atmos logo, watch the whole epsiode for the 5th time . When the episode is over I goto the "splash screen" for Mandalorian and shows DD|Vision|5.1
SUCKS... I heve heard and seen that in the TV+ app it shows/works but... Hoepfully it's just the Disney+ app. BUT here is something, the 5.1 with a HomePod on the Left and Rght sides of me?!? Sound insanely good so...
Just would be nice if they would show Atmos in Disney+ with HomePods chosen, cause supposedly Atmos was the 14.2 feature!
Laters...
Dweme, thanks for the link regarding syncing TV 4k - it works well. But not sure I am getting full ATMOS sound effects.
Rumor has it the new TV will debut tomorrow (Tuesday)
I am pretty sure you can adjust the left/right balance in the ATV's Accessibility settings.
That's one of the differences between HomePods and Home Theater setups: HomePods manage themselves. With a AV receiver you get a lot more manual control.