Alongside iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, and macOS Tahoe 26.3, Apple has released new HomePod 26.3 software for the HomePod and the HomePod mini. The update comes two months after Apple released HomePod Software 26.2.
According to Apple's release notes, HomePod Software 26.3 includes performance and stability improvements.
HomePod software is installed automatically on the HomePod unless the feature is disabled, but the HomePod can also be manually updated in the Home app on iPhone, iPad, or Mac by tapping on the More button, choosing Home Settings, and then selecting the Software Update option.
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While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not expected to launch for another six months or so, there are already plenty of rumors about the devices.
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Siri, volume 22. Increase volume to 100? (She repeatedly does this. Is this some departed engineer's idea of a joke??? I'm not laughing)
Siri, add bananas to the shopping list Who's speaking? (Me, the only MALE in the house!)
Siri, volume 40 (previously told to play music on the HomePod's in kitchen using Siri on the HomePods) (iPad also in kitchen responds "I'll speak louder" - HomePods in kitchen keep playing at previous level).
I'm not so sure it is a good idea to re-use the Siri name...
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