New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Reportedly 'Nearly Ready to Launch'

[MacRumors]

New models of the Apple TV and HomePod mini are "nearly ready to launch," with Apple planning to release them "this fall," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In other words, the devices would likely launch around September or October.

The report said both devices will be equipped with faster processors that support Siri AI.

Earlier rumors claimed the next Apple TV would be equipped with the A17 Pro chip, which is the oldest chip that supports Apple Intelligence. The device is also expected to feature Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread.

The next HomePod mini is expected to use an Apple Watch's S9 chip or newer. Other previously-rumored features for the speaker include the N1 chip, improved sound quality, a newer Ultra Wideband chip, and a red color option.

The devices will not receive any major design changes, according to Gurman. However, he said the next Apple TV might be accompanied by an updated Siri Remote.

The current Apple TV 4K was unveiled in October 2022, while the HomePod mini was introduced in October 2020, so there has been a long wait for new models. Rumors about new Apple TV and HomePod mini models have been circulating for years and years by this point, but the devices were seemingly postponed until Siri AI launches.

Siri AI is available in the iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27 betas. Those updates are expected to be released to the general public in September, at which point Siri AI will finally be available to the masses.

The current Apple TV 4K has an A15 Bionic chip from the iPhone 13 series, while the HomePod mini uses the S5 chip from the Apple Watch Series 5.

Both devices received price increases last month. In the U.S., the Apple TV now starts at $199 (up from $129), while the HomePod mini is now $129 (up from $99).

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[abatabia]

I’m sorry but I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve heard this from this dude. What’s the phrase about doing something or getting off the pot?

 

[jonnyb098]

Same story since last year. We will believe it when we see it.

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[lapstags]

If it is a a17 pro it’s dead on arrival to me

 

[DocMultimedia]

The three year old rumor that won’t go away. I’ll be ordering both when they eventually get released.

 

[kotaKat]

Can Garbage Gurman shut the **** up about the HomePod until he has some actual solid proof instead of another ******** "look at me! Subscribe to my Bloomberg crap!" crypost?

 

[PatriotInvasion]

These sound extremely underwhelming for a 6 and 4 year gap between releases.

Either commit to these products or discontinue them. What about the full size HomePod? Its a great product when it doesn't experience ghost issues with the touch surface and would be even better if Siri was useful beyond being able to set a timer or turn on a light.

 

[roncron]

The hardware has been “nearly ready to launch” for a year. Apple’s been holding them back while they make Siri not embarrassing.

I don’t understand why they couldn’t have released a new Apple TV running on tvOS 26 last winter while waiting for new Siri to be ready.

 

[Kylo83]

So for the new Siri we will have to buy all new hardware and they are putting the bare minimum specs and chips just so it runs at least give us a visual update

 

[kcwookie]

So basically tech updates that won’t really change the experience? Will I still be able to watch TV and listen to music with my old kit?

 

[Slix]

If they announce new HomePods at $129, it will probably mean the temporary price increase for the older model will go back down for used ones (hopefully). It was nice to see them used for about $50 for a while.

 

[ikramerica]

New models of the Apple TV and HomePod mini are "nearly ready to launch," with Apple planning to release them "this fall," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In other words, the devices would likely launch around September or October.

The report said both devices will be equipped with faster processors that support Siri AI.

Earlier rumors claimed the next Apple TV would be equipped with the A17 Pro chip, which is the oldest chip that supports Apple Intelligence. The device is also expected to feature Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread.

The next HomePod mini is expected to use an Apple Watch's S9 chip or newer. Other previously-rumored features for the speaker include the N1 chip, improved sound quality, a newer Ultra Wideband chip, and a red color option.

The devices will not receive any major design changes, according to Gurman. However, he said the next Apple TV might be accompanied by an updated Siri Remote.

The current Apple TV 4K was unveiled in October 2022, while the HomePod mini was introduced in October 2020, so there has been a long wait for new models. Rumors about new Apple TV and HomePod mini models have been circulating for years and years by this point, but the devices were seemingly postponed until Siri AI launches.

Siri AI is available in the iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27 betas. Those updates are expected to be released to the general public in September, at which point Siri AI will finally be available to the masses.

The current Apple TV 4K has an A15 Bionic chip from the iPhone 13 series, while the HomePod mini uses the S5 chip from the Apple Watch Series 5.

Both devices received price increases last month. In the U.S., the Apple TV now starts at $199 (up from $129), while the HomePod mini is now $129 (up from $99).

Article Link: New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Reportedly 'Nearly Ready to Launch'

Well Amazon is touting their cheaper upgraded HD model as a fast, Alexa enabled upgrade to lousy built in smart Tv interfaces. How will Apple justify the huge price jump for Siri AI?

 

[thejadedmonkey]

Oh thank god. I've been waiting for these "nearly ready to launch" models for something like 2 years now.

 

[kcwookie]

So for the new Siri we will have to buy all new hardware and they are putting the bare minimum specs and chips just so it runs at least give us a visual update

My iPhone 15 Pro is still working great. There is very little of the new Siri I can’t use and none of it matters to everyday life.

 

[iSuzan]

Totally true @jonnyb098 ! I believe it when it is here.

Waiting for a new Apple TV since end of last year, since we want to replace an old one.

 

[Whats-a-computer?]

Im will be upset if the new HomePod wont get the new faster S11 Processor, but the 4 Years old S9 technology. Same thing with A17 in the AppleTV.

 

[Veoronox]

I don’t get it with Gurman. Now he claims they are “nearly ready to launch“ while he also claimed before the products were already sitting idle in a storage facility waiting till launch.

 

[Yourbigpalal83]

What is it a slow news day? Ive read various versions of this for almost a year now! They will release this stuff in September alongside the new Iphones. Its common sense. Their is no way they are going to release them before IOS27!

 

[lazyrighteye]

Mark's been saying that since last summer. I'm actually in need of a new AppleTV. Bring it.

 

[jonnyb098]

Totally true @jonnyb098 ! I believe it when it is here.

Waiting for a new Apple TV since end of last year, since we want to replace an old one.

Same. We have two I want to replace that are the 2015 model. Crazy they still work.

 

[jared52]

I was primed and ready to get the new Apple TV back in September of last year. Since it failed to materialize I have since lost interest and and now content with my TV (Samsung) OS for what I need.

 

[jsavvy]

Unless they’re doing something groundbreaking with the Apple TV, it’s not worth the cost anymore after the price increases. Better off getting the current model used off eBay for a good discount.

 

[Peitjah Puck]

Gurman? Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawn.

 

[hugogogo2003]

I hope they add support for 3D movies on Apple TV finally, since they have them for Vision Pro. It's a real shame there's no alternative to BRs in Europe when it comes to 3D films, not all of us want to buy a dedicated player and discs when this could easily be streamed on Apple TV.