Latest update for Apple HomePod brings Ambient Sounds, handoff, multi-user support and more

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Apple today announced the release of HomePod 13.2 software update for HomePod users. This new update brings several new features including support for multiple users that allows HomePod to recognize 6 different voices, audio handoff, Ambient Sounds and more. Find the full change log of this update below.

  • The ability for HomePod to recognize the voices of different family members to provide a personalized experience
  • Handoff music, podcasts or phone calls by bringing your iPhone close to HomePod
  • Add music to your HomeKit scenes
  • Play relaxing high-quality soundtracks with Ambient Sounds
  • Set sleep timers to fall asleep to music or Ambient Sounds

By default, HomePod automatically installs new software updates, but you can manually check for updates in the Home app on your iOS device or Mac.

Pradeep Viswav

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Pradeep is a Computer Science and Engineering Graduate. He was also a Microsoft Student Partner. He is currently working in a leading IT company.

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