Apple Releases HomePod Software 27 With AutoMix Support
This update introduces support for AutoMix with Apple Music, which transitions between songs like a DJ does, time stretching and beatmatching to deliver a continuous playback experience. If automatic updates are turned on, the new HomePod software will be installed automatically. Related Roundup: HomePodBuyer's Guide: HomePod (Caution)[ 0 comments ]
- ▪This update introduces support for AutoMix with Apple Music, which transitions between songs like a DJ does, time stretching and beatmatching to deliver a continuous playback experience.
- ▪If automatic updates are turned on, the new HomePod software will be installed automatically.
- ▪Related Roundup: HomePodBuyer's Guide: HomePod (Caution)[ 0 comments ]
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Apple Releases HomePod Software 27 With AutoMix SupportMonday September 14, 2026 10:00 am PDT by Juli CloverAlongside iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate, Apple today released new software for the HomePod and HomePod mini. HomePod Software 27 adds AirPlay improvements and support for AutoMix when listening to Apple Music. This update introduces support for AutoMix with Apple Music, which transitions between songs like a DJ does, time stretching and beatmatching to deliver a continuous playback experience. It also delivers improved AirPlay performance, providing faster and more responsive connections when sharing music from iPhone, iPad, or Mac, and provides bug fixes and security updates for your HomePod.
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