# Your HomePod Is About to Get a Cool New Ability

> Apple isn’t expected to announce a new HomePod this fall (although a HomePod mini 2 could be on the cards). However, as spotted by beta testers of iOS 26, when Apple rolls out its next-generation operating systems, it…

- **Source:** [Gearpatrol](https://www.gearpatrol.com/audio/apple-homepod-crossfade/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=685ee4f59290a0eec2f14c81)
- **Published:** 2025-06-27
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #apple #homepod #mini #ability #cool #feature #rolls #already
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