Apple Releases HomePod Software Version 16.2 to the Public

Apple today released new software created for the HomePod and HomePod mini. The release comes alongside the releases of iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, macOS Ventura 13.1, tvOS 16.2, and watchOS 9.2.

According to Apple’s release notes, HomePod software version 16.2 adds performance and stability improvements, no additional features or fixes were mentioned. It should be noted that alongside the new iOS and macOS updates, the HomePod software adds a new Home app architecture.

Your HomePod or HomePod mini should update automatically, but you can also manually update your device by doing the following:

1. Open the Home app.
2. Tap on the home icon, which can be found in the upper left corner of the app display.
3. If you have only one home set up, this will take you directly to settings, and you can skip directly to Step 5. If you have multiple homes set up, tap “Home Settings” on the sheet that pops up.
4. Tap your desired home.
5. Scroll down to “Software Update.”
6. Pull down from the top of the iPhone or iPad screen to check for an update.

Once you’ve tapped on “Software Update,” you’ll see the current version of the ‌HomePod‌ software that is installed on your HomePod or HomePod mini. You can also toggle off automatic updates if you want.

If there is an available update, tap the “Install” button to update your ‌HomePod‌. If you have more than one HomePod or HomePod mini in your home, each one will be updated at the same time via this software update feature.