Apple's next HomePod mini won't get a redesign, but will get some new colors
The upcoming HomePod mini lineup swaps the current-gen yellow and orange for a new powder pink and forest green. Blue, black, and white will be making a return, though. The information originates from Apple's code, spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris.
- ▪The upcoming HomePod mini lineup swaps the current-gen yellow and orange for a new powder pink and forest green.
- ▪Blue, black, and white will be making a return, though.
- ▪The information originates from Apple's code, spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris.
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News Apple's next HomePod mini won't get a redesign, but will get some new colors Amber Neely 0 e-mail BlueSky Mastodon X Facebook Reddit Fri Sep 25 2026, 11:59 AM EDT · 1 minute read An approximation of Apple's new pink and green HomePod mini speakers Apple's diminutive speaker is returning for a second generation, sporting the same spherical design in a few new colors. The upcoming HomePod mini lineup swaps the current-gen yellow and orange for a new powder pink and forest green. Blue, black, and white will be making a return, though. The information originates from Apple's code, spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. It showcases the product in the aforementioned colors. Apple has yet to announce the HomePod mini 2.
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