HomePod mini 2 can serve as a Mac speaker for movies, gaming, and video calls. Here's what Apple confirms about compatible Macs, stereo pairing, setup, and microphone limitations.

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Apple's fourth-generation Apple TV 4K supports four HomePods in surround sound. Here are the confirmed speaker combinations, total hardware costs, and remaining setup questions.

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Apple's new $299 Apple TV 4K faces Google's $149.99 TV Streamer. Compare streaming performance, voice assistants, smart-home compatibility, and value.

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Apple's new HomeView brings personalized Siri AI into competition with Amazon's Echo Show 11. Here's how the two smart displays compare on features, compatibility, privacy, and price.

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