Major update for HomePod and HomePod mini

The HomePod operating system is upgraded to version 17,like iOS and iPadOS previously. Several new features are worth noting for the occasion, which is quite rare with this type of device to note. Indeed, version 16.6 of the HomePod software was, for example, very stingy in terms of new features, like the three previous ones.

Here are the main improvements for version 17 of the HomePod OS:

now, you can start playing a title on the HomePod, via AirPlay, by calling Siri by voice from an iPhone or iPad
new shortcuts now allow you to mute or unmute a call directly via HomePod
When connected to an Apple TV 4K, the second generation HomePod can better distinguish voices if there is surrounding noise

How to update a HomePod?

Here's how to update a HomePod or HomePod mini:

choose a device associated with HomePod (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
check that the associated device's operating system is up to date
open the Home app on the paired device
openPlus
openHome Settings
chooseSoftware update
chooseTo update

It may take a few minutes to download the new version of the operating system. You must not unplug the HomePod during the operation, and the associated device must also remain on.

Which HomePods are compatible?

Apple Speaker OS version 17 is available in final release on the following HomePod models:

First generation HomePod
Second generation HomePod
HomePod mini

Apple also specifies that bug fixes are also included. Just like some changes dedicated to improving the stability of the platform. However, no patches for possible security vulnerabilities have been reported yet.