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AAmazon Echo Studio (2025 release)

BApple HomePod (2nd generation)

General

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Series

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HomePod2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Apple sells it as HomePod, the larger speaker in the HomePod line.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

P8Z7MN2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TYcEB992w5Nz1WU694Read 21 October 2026Safety and Compliance Information for Echo Studio (2025 release): model number P8Z7MN. The US version of the page lists the same model.

A2825, MQJ73LL/A, MQJ83LL/A5Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/homepod/specs/apple-homepod-2nd-gen-smart-speaker-a2825-specs.htmlRead 21 October 2026EveryMac: Apple model A2825 (EMC 8208). Order numbers MQJ73LL/A for Midnight and MQJ83LL/A for white. The US store now lists newer SKUs.6Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCG-A2825Read 21 October 2026Product code A2825 is the Apple model number.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

30 September 20256Press releaseaboutamazon.ca/news/devices/amazon-unveils-its-all-new-echo-lineup-with-premium-audio-and-striking-designRead 21 October 2026Amazon's 2025 devices event, 30 September 2025. The Canadian CAD price on that page is not stored.

18 January 20233Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026Press release dated January 18, 2023.

Status

Available1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Amazon US lists Echo Studio (newest model) in Graphite and Glacier White for sale in October 2026, with customer reviews dated up to October 2026.

Available2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Apple sells HomePod (2nd generation) with a Buy button next to the new HomePod mini 2 in October 2026.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$219.995Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 21 October 2026Amazon announcement: Echo Studio is now available for $219.99 in the US. US prices exclude sales tax.

$2993Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026HomePod (2nd generation) is available to order for $299 (US). US prices exclude sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€239.998Press articlemobiflip.de/amazon-echo-studio-neu-2025/ampRead 21 October 2026mobiFlip, 30 September 2025: the new Echo Studio costs 239.99 EUR in Germany. German prices include VAT. hifi.de lists the same list price.9Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-studio-2025-test-255598Read 21 October 2026Spec table: list price (UVP) 239.99 EUR, street price about 210 EUR. Germany, VAT included.

€3494Press articleiphone-ticker.de/apple-stellt-neuen-homepod-vor-205641Read 21 October 2026German launch report: the new HomePod can be ordered at 349 EUR. German prices include VAT.5Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/homepod/specs/apple-homepod-2nd-gen-smart-speaker-a2825-specs.htmlRead 21 October 2026EveryMac global original prices: EUR 349 in Germany, France, Spain, Italy and others.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, CA, GB, DE6Press releaseaboutamazon.ca/news/devices/amazon-unveils-its-all-new-echo-lineup-with-premium-audio-and-striking-designRead 21 October 2026Canadian availability. The US, UK and German markets are covered by the Amazon US page, Expert Reviews and mobiFlip.8Press articlemobiflip.de/amazon-echo-studio-neu-2025/ampRead 21 October 2026Germany: market launch on 29 October 2025.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-studio-review-2025Read 21 October 2026UK review with a UK price of 220 GBP.

US, DE3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026Orders in the US, Germany and other countries. The stored markets match the USD and EUR prices.4Press articleiphone-ticker.de/apple-stellt-neuen-homepod-vor-205641Read 21 October 2026German price and sale.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Graphite, Glacier White1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Reviews on the page name the color options Graphite and Glacier White. RTINGS says the same two. Tom's Guide says white or black, which is probably Graphite.

Midnight, White1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Specs page color picker: Midnight, White.2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Available in Midnight and White.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026Available in white and midnight.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Home1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026The speaker runs from a power adapter and has no battery. Amazon sells it for large communal spaces, so it is a home speaker.

Home2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Apple sells it as a smart home speaker that runs from a power cord. It has no battery, so it is a home speaker.

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Other1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Audio tab: Playback Channels 3.1.1 (left, center, right, height, subwoofer), with Amazon Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos. RTINGS says it cannot play stereo content without downmixing. The enum has no spatial option, so other is stored.11Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/amazon/echo-studio-2025-bluetoothRead 21 October 2026Review text: the new generation cannot play stereo content without downmixing.

Mono16Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/apple/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Review text: the speaker has to downmix stereo content into mono. The Sonos and Amazon comparison texts say the same.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AAmazon Echo Studio (2025 release)

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
High-excursion woofer	1	95.25
Full-range driver	3	57.15

Source1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Measurements tab: Loudspeaker Driver Dimensions 1x 3.75 inch high excursion woofer and 3x 2.25 inch full-range drivers. Stored as the exact metric conversion of the maker's inches. Tom's Guide, hifi.de and PB Tech give 1.5 inch for the three full-range drivers and Expert Reviews gives 3.25 inch, which conflicts with the maker. The compare table on the same page lists 1x 3.75 inch high excursion woofer and 3x full-range drivers with no size. Per-driver power is not published.

BApple HomePod (2nd generation)

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
High-excursion woofer	1	101.6
Horn-loaded tweeter	5	Not available

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: 4-inch high-excursion woofer and an array of five horn-loaded tweeters, each with its own neodymium magnet. The woofer diameter is the exact metric conversion of 4 inches. Driver power is not published.2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Overview: a high-excursion woofer whose motor drives the diaphragm 20 mm, and an array of five beamforming tweeters around the base.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026A custom-engineered high-excursion woofer, a built-in bass-EQ mic and a beamforming array of five tweeters around the base.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

30Hz1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Audio tab: Audio Bandwidth 30 Hz to 18 kHz at volume 6. No tolerance is published. This is the acoustic bandwidth, not a Bluetooth range.

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Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

18kHz1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Audio Bandwidth 30 Hz to 18 kHz at volume 6. See the lower limit note.

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Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

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No16Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/apple/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Review pros and cons: no sound customization tools. RTINGS says the sound cannot be customized easily.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

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Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Audio Signal Processing lists Automatic Room Adaptation. The page says room adaptation technology analyzes the acoustics of the room and fine-tunes playback.7Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-echo-dot-max-echo-studio-sound-quality-bassRead 21 October 2026The speaker analyzes what it plays, detects how the room changes the sound and rebalances its output without manual calibration.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: room sensing and advanced computational audio with system sensing for real-time tuning. An internal low-frequency calibration microphone corrects bass automatically.2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Overview: with room sensing HomePod listens for sound reflections through its microphones and tunes sound for its location.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026Room sensing recognizes sound reflections from nearby surfaces to tell if the speaker is against a wall or freestanding, then adapts sound in real time.

Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Feature bullets: pair with a second Echo Studio for more powerful sound. A Stereo (Pack of 2) option sells two.3Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GZRS8FRPWWFPPZ63Read 21 October 2026Compatible Echo Devices for Stereo Pairs: Echo Studio (2025 release) pairs with another Echo Studio (2025 release) or with an Echo Sub.9Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-studio-2025-test-255598Read 21 October 2026Spec table: stereo mode available with further speakers.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-studio-review-2025Read 21 October 2026Review: stereo pairing through the Alexa app.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: stereo pair capable. Footnote: a pair needs two of the same model.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

Alexa Multi-Room Music, Alexa Home Theater4Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GYYMWGZJUK28FEN6Read 21 October 2026Alexa Home Theater Device Compatibility Guide: Echo Studio (2025 release) works with Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen), Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen), Fire TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) and Fire TV Stick 4K Plus in Configuration 1. Alexa Multi-Room Music comes from the Alexa app's multi-room pairing, which the Amazon US page describes.

AirPlay multiroom audio1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: multiroom audio with AirPlay. Footnote: needs multiple HomePod speakers or AirPlay-compatible speakers. No maximum group size is published.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

54Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GYYMWGZJUK28FEN6Read 21 October 2026Configuration 1: up to five Echo speakers plus a subwoofer. The Echo devices listed are Echo Studio (2025 release), Echo Dot Max and Echo Sub. This is the Alexa Home Theater group. No maximum is published for Multi-Room Music groups.

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Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Connectivity tab: A2DP for audio streaming from a mobile device to Echo Studio or from Echo Studio to a Bluetooth speaker.11Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/amazon/echo-studio-2025-bluetoothRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Bluetooth: Yes.

No16Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/apple/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Public headline row: Bluetooth No. The comparison text says the Apple speaker can only connect via Wi-Fi.

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.31Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Connectivity tab: Bluetooth wireless technology and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3.9Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-studio-2025-test-255598Read 21 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth 5.3.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-studio-review-2025Read 21 October 2026Review lists Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.12Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/amazon-echo-studio-2025-reviewRead 21 October 2026Spec box: Bluetooth LE 5.3.

5.01Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: Bluetooth 5.0.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

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Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, AVRCP1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Connectivity tab: A2DP for audio streaming and AVRCP for voice control of connected mobile devices.

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Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

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Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

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Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Connectivity tab: 1x1 Wi-Fi 6E 11a/b/g/n/ac/ax.11Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/amazon/echo-studio-2025-bluetoothRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Wi-Fi: Yes.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: 802.11n Wi-Fi.16Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/apple/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Public headline row: Wi-Fi Yes.

Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Connectivity tab: 11a/b/g/n/ac/ax. The Amazon compliance page lists the same standards.2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TYcEB992w5Nz1WU694Read 21 October 2026Wireless features: tri-band Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz), Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy and Zigbee.12Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/amazon-echo-studio-2025-reviewRead 21 October 2026Spec box: Wi-Fi 6E 11a/b/g/n/ac/ax.

802.11n1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: 802.11n Wi-Fi. No other standard is named.

Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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AirPlay 21Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Apple writes AirPlay and lists AirPlay as the way to share other content from iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac. Stored as AirPlay 2 by catalog rule.15Measurementdxomark.com/apple-homepod-2nd-genRead 21 October 2026DXOMARK key specifications: wireless protocol AirPlay. Tested over AirPlay with an iPhone.

USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

No9Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-studio-2025-test-255598Read 21 October 2026No ports at all, so no USB audio.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-studio-review-2025Read 21 October 2026Review: no physical connections.12Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/amazon-echo-studio-2025-reviewRead 21 October 2026Review: no optical audio port. A screw mount on the bottom is not a data port.

No15Measurementdxomark.com/apple-homepod-2nd-genRead 21 October 2026DXOMARK key specifications: wired connectivity none. The speaker has only a power inlet.

USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AAmazon Echo Studio (2025 release)

Connector	Count	Role
DC power	1	Power input for the included 50 W adapter (30 V DC, 1.66 A device rating)

Source2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TYcEB992w5Nz1WU694Read 21 October 2026No ports are listed. The device electrical rating is 30.0 V DC, 1.66 A. The included adapter PA37NA is rated 100 to 240 V AC input and 30 V DC, 1.667 A, 50 W output. The power port is on the back, as shown on the Amazon US page. Tom's Guide notes a screw mount on the bottom, which is not an electrical port.9Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-studio-2025-test-255598Read 21 October 2026Spec table lists no ports. The review says Amazon dropped the old model's analog and optical input.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-studio-review-2025Read 21 October 2026Review of 24 November 2025: no physical connections.

BApple HomePod (2nd generation)

Connector	Count	Role
AC power	1	Mains power input for the detachable power cord

Source11Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/important-safety-information-apd3e7fff0eb/homepodRead 21 October 2026Safety text: for HomePod (2nd generation), only use the power cord specified by Apple. This points to a replaceable cord. Engadget names it detachable.14Press articleengadget.com/homepod-2-second-gen-teardown-repairability-151518781.htmlRead 21 October 2026Engadget on the iFixit teardown: the speaker has a detachable power cord.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

Yes11Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/amazon/echo-studio-2025-bluetoothRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Speakerphone: Yes. Detailed test results are members only.

Yes2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Overview: HomePod handles phone calls. The user guide describes the speakerphone.8Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/use-for-phone-calls-apdeaa15a6c3/homepodRead 21 October 2026HomePod works as a speakerphone for telephone and FaceTime audio calls through an iPhone or iPad. An iPhone is required for telephone calls.16Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/apple/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Public headline row: Speakerphone Yes.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

Amazon Alexa, Alexa+1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Alexa is built in. The page says the speaker is designed to support Alexa+ and includes free Alexa+ access for a limited time. Alexa+ needs a US-based Amazon account.

Siri1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology lists a four-microphone design for far-field Siri. No other assistant is named.

Controls

Front buttons for volume down, microphone off and volume up, Tap gestures on top to pause and resume music, dismiss timers, snooze alarms and end calls10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-studio-review-2025Read 21 October 2026Review: front panel with mic mute and volume up and down. Tapping the top pauses and resumes music, dismisses timers, snoozes alarms and ends calls and drop-ins. A light ring shows status.

Tap the top to play or pause, Double-tap the top to skip, Triple-tap the top to skip back, Touch and hold the top for Siri, Tap or hold the plus and minus buttons for volume1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Touch Controls: tap for play or pause, double-tap to skip, triple-tap to skip back, touch and hold for Siri, tap or hold plus or minus for volume.9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/use-touch-controls-apd7ba1aa325/homepodRead 21 October 2026Touch controls on top: touch and hold for Siri, tap or hold plus and minus for volume, tap to pause and resume, double-tap for next track, triple-tap for previous track.

Companion app

Amazon Alexa1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Software tab: the Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android and iOS devices.

Home10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/change-settings-apde6dc8093d/homepodRead 21 October 2026HomePod settings are changed in the Home app.

App platforms

iOS, Android, Fire OS1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Software tab: the Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android and iOS devices. The web is not an app and is not stored.

iOS, iPadOS10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/change-settings-apde6dc8093d/homepodRead 21 October 2026The guide names the Home app on iPhone or iPad. The specs page requires an iPhone or iPad with the latest iOS or iPadOS.

User firmware updates

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Yes10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/change-settings-apde6dc8093d/homepodRead 21 October 2026The owner can turn automatic HomePod software updates on or off in the Home app. Updates install through the Home app and the iPhone or iPad Settings.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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Yes2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Overview: with Sound Glow, the top lights up with colors that match the album artwork and pulses in tune with the music. This is on the current maker page and may need HomePod software 27.

Lighting modes

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Sound Glow (colors match the album artwork and pulse with the music)2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Same overview text. Voice control for Sound Glow needs an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone.

Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Smart Home tab: Smart Home Hub is Zigbee plus Matter plus Thread Border Router.5Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 21 October 2026The new Echo devices include a built-in smart home hub with support for Zigbee, Matter and Thread.

Yes2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Overview: as a smart home hub HomePod controls HomeKit and Matter accessories. Apple calls it an essential building block for Matter.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026HomePod connects to and controls Matter-enabled accessories and serves as an essential home hub.12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102557Read 21 October 2026A home hub is needed to add Matter accessories to the Home app. HomePod and HomePod mini become home hubs when set up.

Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Smart Home tab: Smart Home Hub is Zigbee plus Matter plus Thread Border Router.5Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 21 October 2026Built-in smart home hub with support for Zigbee, Matter and Thread.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: Thread networking technology. Footnote: Thread accessories need a Thread-enabled home hub, such as Apple TV 4K, HomePod (2nd generation), HomePod mini or a third-party Thread border router.12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102557Read 21 October 2026Thread-enabled Matter accessories need a Thread-enabled home hub, such as HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K.

Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Smart Home tab: Smart Home Hub is Zigbee plus Matter plus Thread Border Router. The compliance page lists a Zigbee radio.2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TYcEB992w5Nz1WU694Read 21 October 2026Wireless features list a Zigbee radio. Maximum Zigbee EIRP 9.00 dBm.5Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 21 October 2026Built-in smart home hub with support for Zigbee, Matter and Thread.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

No11Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/amazon/echo-studio-2025-bluetoothRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Battery Powered: No.

No16Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/apple/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026Public headline row: Battery Powered No.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

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Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

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Nominal battery voltage

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Battery chemistry

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User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

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Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

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Quick charge duration

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

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Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

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Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

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Floats

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Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

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Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width155Height147.3Depth142.2mm(6.1 × 5.8 × 5.6 in)1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Measurements tab: 6.1 in W x 5.6 in D x 5.8 in H (155 mm W x 142.2 mm D x 147.3 mm H). The body is a sphere. hifi.de labels the same numbers as width, height and depth in a different order, which does not match Amazon's labels.9Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-studio-2025-test-255598Read 21 October 2026Spec table: 155 x 142.2 x 147.3 mm, labeled width, height and depth. Amazon labels the 142.2 and 147.3 values as depth and height, and Amazon's labels are stored.12Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/amazon-echo-studio-2025-reviewRead 21 October 2026Spec box: 6.1 x 5.6 x 5.8 inches.

Width142Height168Depth142mm(5.6 × 6.6 × 5.6 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Size and weight: 5.6 inches wide (142 mm) and 6.6 inches high (168 mm). The speaker is a cylinder, so the width is the diameter. Apple gives no depth. DXOMARK lists the depth as 14.2 cm, the same as the width. Apple says size and weight vary by manufacturing process.5Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/homepod/specs/apple-homepod-2nd-gen-smart-speaker-a2825-specs.htmlRead 21 October 2026EveryMac: the HomePod (2nd Gen) is a cylinder, 6.6 inches tall and 5.6 inches wide (168 mm by 142 mm).15Measurementdxomark.com/apple-homepod-2nd-genRead 21 October 2026DXOMARK key specifications: height 16.8 cm, width 14.2 cm, depth 14.2 cm.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

1,632g(3.6 lb)1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Measurements tab: 57.56 oz (1632 grams), 3.6 lb. The page notes that actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process. hifi.de and Geizhals agree on 1.63 kg.9Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-studio-2025-test-255598Read 21 October 2026Spec table: 1.63 kg.12Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/amazon-echo-studio-2025-reviewRead 21 October 2026Review: 3.6 pounds.

2,300g(5.1 lb)1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026Weight: 5.16 pounds (2.3 kg). Stored as the maker's metric value. The pound figure converts to about 2340 g, which is inside the rounding of 2.3 kg.5Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/homepod/specs/apple-homepod-2nd-gen-smart-speaker-a2825-specs.htmlRead 21 October 2026EveryMac: 5.16 lbs (2.3 kg).15Measurementdxomark.com/apple-homepod-2nd-genRead 21 October 2026DXOMARK key specifications: 2300.0 g.

Body materials

3D knit fabric7Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-echo-dot-max-echo-studio-sound-quality-bassRead 21 October 2026Amazon audio engineers: the exterior uses a new 3D knit fabric designed for acoustic transparency.

Acoustically transparent mesh fabric3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligenceRead 21 October 2026A seamless, acoustically transparent mesh fabric. Midnight uses 100 percent recycled mesh fabric.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

2BFXH-152313Regulatory filingfccid.io/2BFXH-1523Read 21 October 2026FCC ID 2BFXH-1523, grantee Prime King LLC, equipment class Digital Media Receiver, original grant of 30 September 2025 with 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. The exhibits are named for model P8Z7MN, including the FCC agent authorization letter and the user manual. Amazon's compliance page says the FCC ID is printed on the device and does not state it, so the match is by the model number in the exhibit names.

BCGA28256Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCG-A2825Read 21 October 2026FCC ID BCGA2825, Smart Speaker by Apple Inc., application date 2023-01-18. fccid.io mirrors the FCC database.

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In the box

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In the box

Echo Studio (2025 release), Power adapter (50 W), Quick start guide1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Additional details tab: Echo Studio (2025 release), power adapter (50W) and quick start guide.

HomePod, Power cable, Documentation1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026In the Box: HomePod, power cable, documentation.

Links

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Product page

www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVV1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Amazon US product page for the Graphite model. The specification tabs were opened one by one in a browser.

www.apple.com/homepod-2nd-generation2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generationRead 21 October 2026

Spec sheet

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www.apple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specs1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-2nd-generation/specsRead 21 October 2026

Manual

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support.apple.com/guide/homepod/welcome/homepod7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/welcome/homepodRead 21 October 2026HomePod User Guide for HomePod and HomePod mini. The guide names HomePod (2nd generation) in its stereo pair and safety pages.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0DMQ1QMVVRead 21 October 2026Additional details tab: 1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1, 2 and 3-year extended warranties are sold separately to US customers.

1year13Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/ios-warranty-document-us.htmlRead 21 October 2026Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty covers HomePod hardware from the date of original retail purchase. US terms.

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