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HomePod Will HomePod get iOS 15?
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homepod doesn't run iOS, its been running a modified version of tvOS for about a year now (since 13.4 in march 2020)
and no matter if we're talking about tvOS or iOS, the version it runs is stripped down, so won't have the same processor requirements as the full version.
it was released 18 months ago. and still currently sold in the SE
does the mini not do something you need it to?
would it having a faster processor, and thus using more power make it more useful?
would it make your life better if your music started 1/4 of a second quicker?
I personally can't wait till the tiny top screen is 4k HDR 60fps
most of the siri processing is handled on apple's servers, and not having graphics also reduces the processor requirements. (yes it has a screen, but just plays a couple animations)
and no matter if we're talking about tvOS or iOS, the version it runs is stripped down, so won't have the same processor requirements as the full version.
the S5 came out with the series 5 watch, not the original
it was released 18 months ago. and still currently sold in the SE
does the mini not do something you need it to?
would it having a faster processor, and thus using more power make it more useful?
would it make your life better if your music started 1/4 of a second quicker?
I personally can't wait till the tiny top screen is 4k HDR 60fps
most of the siri processing is handled on apple's servers, and not having graphics also reduces the processor requirements. (yes it has a screen, but just plays a couple animations)
Faster Siri replies? I assume it could do a lot of the processing locally to be much more responsive.
I'm quit annoyed by the "waiting.. waiting.. waiting.." reply that I get sometimes.
I think the OG HomePod will get at least one more major software update. After that Im not sure what Apple will do.
The S5 chip is not from the first Apple Watch. The S5 Chip is what's used in the series 4 and series 5 Apple Watch.
Apple tends to fully support to "legacy" device level - at least 5-6 years. HomePod might be longer, if it is not replaced by another high end version. It is likely a hobby by a lot of Apple engineers and managers.
Quite interesting; I’m on the audioOS 15/iOS 15 developer betas (without invitation) and I’m not seeing either the “Use in Home” or “Lossless Audio” options in the Home app, but there does seem to be a new one for reducing bass.Yes. In fact, support for lossless audio from Apple Music will come with Homepod OS 15.
Screenshot of the private beta 1.
It’s quite hidden, go to home settings > click your name under people > Apple Music
Thanks, I found it! Owe you one.
It doesn´t do anything currently. Need a server side activation.
Well, playback on the HomePod is now much choppier (as if it’s attempting to pull a higher-bitrate file) regardless of whether the playing selected music is tagged as lossless, so that’s an interesting (de-)development. I’m pretty sure my bandwidth here can handle lossless audio streaming so you’re right: It’s clear Apple has some work to do on their end.
The only thing I hope now is that Apple will consider releasing the feature before the fall. Let me explain: I find quite frustrating that they launch lossless streaming, but their own speakers can´t play it back until many months later..
Yes, I know, first world problems. But frustrating nevertheless.
I read an article on 9 to 5 mac that said you can Airplay a lossless file to the homepod and it will play back in lossless. I’ve tried this but it didn’t play in lossless. Only thing I haven’t tried is to have the lossless file actually downloaded to my phone and Airplay that to the HomePod.
You can do direct airplay from Mac Os, but I suspect that the homepods are converting it to AAC before playback. The device support ALAC on paper, but maybe their auto audio EQ/processing/DSP system only works internally with AAC 256kbps, which would explain why a software update is needed to support losless. Its frustating not to have it right now, but at least we know that it will come.
iOS 14.6 allows users to AirPlay songs on Apple Music in Lossless from iPhone to HomePod - 9to5Mac
HomePod isn't playing songs in Lossless just yet, but it appears you can AirPlay in this quality from your iPhone to Apple's smart speaker.
9to5mac.com