HomePod and HomePod mini software version 18.0 is now available for download as well. Here’s how you can install it.
New 18.0 Software Update Now Available for HomePod and HomePod mini – Download it Today
Apple went all-out with its software lineup today. We got everything from iOS 18 all the way up to visionOS 2. But, in the middle of all that noise, Apple also released a brand new software update for the HomePod and HomePod mini. Now up to version 18.0, the new update is packed with a bunch of new features, too.
Software version 18 introduces SharePlay so you can share control of your Apple Music playlist on iPhone or iPad and guests can contribute to what’s playing on HomePod. This update also includes bug fixes and stability improvements.
With everything out of the way, let me show you how you can download and install the HomePod software update 18.0 right now either using your iPhone or Mac.
Step 1. Launch the ‘Home’ app.
Step 2. Now click or tap on the ‘three dots’ at the top right hand corner.
Step 3. Now open ‘Home Settings.’
Step 4. Scroll down a little and you’ll see ‘Software Update.’ Open it.
Step 5. Over here you’ll see all the available updates for your HomePod. Start installing the version 18.0 update right away, if you so like.
Though Apple doesn’t care much about the HomePod and HomePod mini, it’s still a very important product in the Apple ecosystem. Not only it acts as a Home hub, but is an amazing sounding speaker that can be used in wonderful ways.
With support for AirPlay 2, you can pair multiple HomePods together to create the most epic sound space at home. You can even create a Dolby Atmos home theater setup using two second-generation HomePod speakers, that too wirelessly. The possibilities are endless and it’s up to you how creative you get with Apple’s smart speaker.
Speaking of smarts, the speaker is powered by Siri, allowing you to fulfill requests hands-free. Over time, improvements to Siri have made the speaker far more useful, too. it remains to be seen which direction Apple will take the HomePod now that Apple Intelligence exists.
