# HomePod

*Apple / 4 models / 2018-2026*

> The HomePod (2nd generation) is a HomeKit home hub and Thread-enabled speaker. The HomePod mini 2 was announced 2026-10-13 at $149 and works as a home hub; its page lists Thread. The original HomePod mini (2020) is a home hub and Thread border router too, but Apple's US store now sells the HomePod mini 2 on its page. The original HomePod (1st generation) dates from 2018.

- Canonical page: https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod
- Last checked: 2026-10-20

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Apple |
| Models | 4 |
| Current | 1 |
| Releases | 2018-2026 |

## Currently sold

**HomePod: models on sale now**

| Model | Series | Released |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [Apple HomePod (2nd generation)](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/apple-homepod-2nd-gen) | 2nd generation | 2023-02-03[^1] |

## Lineup

**HomePod: every model**

| Model | Model numbers | Released | Status | Thread |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Apple HomePod mini 2](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-mini-2) |  | unknown | Upcoming[^2][^3] | Yes[^4] |
| [Apple HomePod (2nd generation)](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/apple-homepod-2nd-gen) |  | 2023-02-03[^1] | Current[^5][^6] | Yes[^7] |
| [Apple HomePod mini](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-mini) |  | 2020-11[^8] | Succeeded by HomePod mini 2 (2026-10-13)[^8][^2] | Yes[^7] |
| [Apple HomePod (1st generation)](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-1st-gen) |  | 2018[^9] | Succeeded by HomePod (2nd generation) (2023-02-03)[^9][^1] | unknown |

## Timeline

**HomePod: dated events**

| Date | Model | Event | Detail |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2018[^9] | [Apple HomePod (1st generation)](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-1st-gen) | Released |  |
| 2020-10-13[^8] | [Apple HomePod mini](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-mini) | Announced |  |
| 2020-11[^8] | [Apple HomePod mini](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-mini) | Released | Availability began the week of November 16, 2020. |
| 2023-01-18[^1] | [Apple HomePod (2nd generation)](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/apple-homepod-2nd-gen) | Announced |  |
| 2023-02-03[^1] | [Apple HomePod (2nd generation)](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/apple-homepod-2nd-gen) | Released | Shipping and in-store availability began on this date. |
| 2026-10-13[^2] | [Apple HomePod mini 2](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-mini-2) | Announced |  |
| 2026-10-30[^2] | [Apple HomePod mini 2](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/apple-homepod#apple-homepod-mini-2) | Expected |  |

## Related pages

- [Apple HomePod (2nd generation)](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/apple-homepod-2nd-gen) (device)

## Sources

[^1]: Apple introduces the new HomePod with breakthrough sound and intelligence. https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligence/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-08)
[^2]: Apple announces the next generation of HomePod mini with support for Siri AI, beautiful new colors, and rich sound (Apple Newsroom). https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/10/apple-announces-the-next-generation-of-homepod-mini/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-18)
[^3]: Apple US store: Pre-order HomePod mini 2. https://www.apple.com/shop/buy-homepod/homepod-mini (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^4]: HomePod mini 2 - Technical Specifications (apple.com). https://www.apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^5]: Apple Store US: Buy HomePod (2nd generation). https://www.apple.com/shop/buy-homepod/homepod (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-09)
[^6]: Apple TV and Home (apple.com). https://www.apple.com/tv-home/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^7]: Pair and manage your Matter accessories (Apple Support). https://support.apple.com/en-us/102135 (platform documentation, checked 2026-10-08)
[^8]: Apple introduces HomePod mini: A powerful smart speaker with amazing sound. https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2020/10/apple-introduces-homepod-mini-a-powerful-smart-speaker-with-amazing-sound/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-08)
[^9]: Identify your HomePod model (Apple Support). https://support.apple.com/en-us/101609 (platform documentation, checked 2026-10-12)