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Series

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HomePod mini2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Apple sells HomePod mini 2 as the next HomePod mini, next to the larger HomePod.

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.

A3374, MGHK4AM/A, MGHM4AM/A, MGHL4AM/A, MGKR4AM/A, MGHJ4AM/A4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-homepod/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026US store page data lists the SKUs MGHJ4AM/A, MGHK4AM/A, MGHL4AM/A, MGHM4AM/A and MGKR4AM/A for the five colors. The regulatory model number A3374 comes from the FCC listing.13Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCG-A3374Read 21 October 2026Product code A3374 is the Apple model number. EveryMac gives the same A3374 and EMC 8862.15Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/homepod/specs/apple-homepod-mini-2-2026-smart-speaker-a3374-specs.htmlRead 21 October 2026EveryMac: Apple model A3374 (EMC 8862). Order numbers MGHK4AM/A white, MGHM4AM/A blue, MGHL4AM/A green, MGKR4AM/A pink, MGHJ4AM/A midnight.

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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.

13 October 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/10/apple-announces-the-next-generation-of-homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Press release dated October 13, 2026.

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-miniRead 21 October 2026Overview page offers pre-orders. Availability starts October 30, 2026. Status stays available because Apple has announced the product for sale.4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-homepod/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026US store offers pre-order. Shipping starts October 30, 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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Apple HomePod mini17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026MacRumors buyer's guide: the mini 2 follows the original HomePod mini of 2020, which Apple has now discontinued.

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.

$1493Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/10/apple-announces-the-next-generation-of-homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026HomePod mini 2 is available for $149 (U.S.). US prices exclude sales tax.4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-homepod/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026US store: $149.00 for every color.

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.

€1695Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-homepod/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026German store: 169,00 EUR. The page says prices include 19 percent VAT.15Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/homepod/specs/apple-homepod-mini-2-2026-smart-speaker-a3374-specs.htmlRead 21 October 2026EveryMac global prices: EUR 169 in Germany, France, Spain, Italy and others. Matches the German Apple store.

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/2026/10/apple-announces-the-next-generation-of-homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Pre-order in the U.S. and more than 23 other countries and regions. The stored markets match the USD and EUR prices.5Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-homepod/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026German store sells it at the same launch.

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.

White, Pink, Green, Blue, Midnight1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Specs page color picker: White, Pink, Green, Blue, Midnight.2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Five colors: Green, Pink, Blue, Midnight, White.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/10/apple-announces-the-next-generation-of-homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Pink, green, blue, white and midnight.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Table: white, midnight, blue, pink and green.

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-miniRead 21 October 2026Apple sells it as a smart speaker for the home that fills a room with sound and runs from a power adapter. 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.

Mono8Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/use-homepod-with-apple-tv-4k-apdd878f126c/homepodRead 21 October 2026The guide says that with HomePod mini, sound formats are rendered in mono or stereo. A single speaker plays mono and a stereo pair plays two channels. The guide covers HomePod and HomePod mini and Apple says mini 2 runs HomePod software 27.2.

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 mini 2

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Full-range driver	1

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: full-range driver and dual passive radiators. Driver size and power are not published.2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Sound section: an Apple-designed full-range driver with a neodymium magnet.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Both generations have a full-range driver and an acoustic waveguide.18Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Apple_HomePod_mini_2Read 21 October 2026iFixit: a down-firing driver with a custom waveguide and a woofer with a custom amplifier. Apple calls it a full-range driver.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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21Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: dual passive radiators. The overview page calls them dual force-cancelling passive radiators.2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Sound section: Apple-designed force-cancelling passive radiators. The comparison table says dual.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Both generations have two passive radiators.18Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Apple_HomePod_mini_2Read 21 October 2026iFixit: dual passive radiators.

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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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.

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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-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: stereo pair capable. Footnote: a pair needs two of the same model and generation, such as two HomePod mini 2.

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-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: multiroom audio with AirPlay. Footnote: needs multiple HomePod or HomePod mini 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.

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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.

61Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: Bluetooth 6. Apple does not give a point release.16Press articlemacworld.com/article/3259370/the-new-homepod-mini-2-is-a-bigger-upgrade-than-it-looks.htmlRead 21 October 2026Macworld: Bluetooth 6 replaces Bluetooth 5 in the original model.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Table: Bluetooth 6 for mini 2.

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-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax). Available in countries and regions where supported.

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.

802.11ax1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax). No older standards are named.16Press articlemacworld.com/article/3259370/the-new-homepod-mini-2-is-a-bigger-upgrade-than-it-looks.htmlRead 21 October 2026Macworld: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) replaces 802.11n in the original model.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Table: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) for mini 2.

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-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Apple writes AirPlay and lists AirPlay as the way to share content from iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV 4K or Mac. Stored as AirPlay 2 by catalog rule.

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.

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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.

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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.

Yes7Owner'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. The guide covers HomePod and HomePod mini.

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-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Siri AI section: activate hands-free with Siri or Hey Siri. Siri AI is a new Siri that arrives in a later software update. 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-mini/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-miniRead 21 October 2026Sound Glow lights the top of the speaker with colors that match the album artwork and pulse with the music.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/10/apple-announces-the-next-generation-of-homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Sound Glow: the top glows and pulses in sync with the music.

Lighting modes

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Sound Glow (colors match the album artwork and pulse with the music), Soundscape animations2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Sound Glow follows the music. Playing a soundscape such as rain triggers matching animations. The press release gives the same description.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/10/apple-announces-the-next-generation-of-homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026Album artwork from Now Playing sets the colors. Users can pick a soundscape like rain for bespoke animations.

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-miniRead 21 October 2026Smart home section: HomePod mini acts as a home hub to control Apple Home Collection, HomeKit and Matter-enabled accessories remotely.12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102557Read 21 October 2026A home hub is needed to add Matter accessories to the Home app. HomePod mini and HomePod 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-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Wireless: Thread networking technology, compatible with HomeKit or Matter Thread accessories. The home hub support page names HomePod mini as a Thread-enabled home hub.12Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102557Read 21 October 2026Thread-enabled Matter accessories need a Thread-enabled home hub, such as HomePod mini. The page does not say mini 2 by name. The mini 2 specs page lists Thread networking.16Press articlemacworld.com/article/3259370/the-new-homepod-mini-2-is-a-bigger-upgrade-than-it-looks.htmlRead 21 October 2026Macworld: the mini 2 continues to offer Thread connectivity.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Both generations share Thread networking. The article does not use the words border router.

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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Built-in battery

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

No1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Electrical requirements list only line voltage for the 20W power adapter and no battery. The user guide describes power only through the adapter. See also the safety information page.11Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/important-safety-information-apd3e7fff0eb/homepodRead 21 October 2026Power section for HomePod mini: power it with the included USB power adapter rated 20 W (9 V, 2.22 A). It has no on/off switch and is disconnected by unplugging the adapter.

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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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.

Width97.9Height84.3Depth97.9mm(3.9 × 3.3 × 3.9 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Size and weight: 3.3 inches high (84.3 mm) and 3.9 inches wide (97.9 mm). The speaker is round, so the width is the diameter and the depth is stored as the same value. Apple says size and weight vary by manufacturing process.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Both generations are 3.3 inches tall and 3.9 inches wide.18Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Apple_HomePod_mini_2Read 21 October 2026iFixit device page: 3.3 in (84.3 mm) by 3.9 in (97.9 mm), roughly spherical enclosure.

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.

335g(11.8 oz)1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Weight: 0.74 pound (335 grams).17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Comparison table: 0.74 pound (335 grams) for mini 2 against 0.76 pound (345 grams) for the original.18Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Apple_HomePod_mini_2Read 21 October 2026iFixit: 0.74 lbs (335 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 fabric1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026Audio Technology: acoustically transparent fabric. The overview page calls it a two-tone seamless mesh. The fabric composition is not published for this model.

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.

BCGA337413Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCG-A3374Read 21 October 2026FCC ID BCGA3374, Smart Speaker by Apple Inc., application date 2026-10-13. The exhibits include Bluetooth, Bluetooth LE, 802.15.4 and 6 GHz Wi-Fi test reports. 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 mini 2, 20W USB-C power adapter, Documentation1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026In the Box: HomePod mini 2, 20W power adapter, documentation. The US store page names it the 20W USB-C Power Adapter.4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-homepod/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026What is in the box: HomePod mini 2, 20W USB-C Power Adapter, documentation.17Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/homepod-mini-vs-homepod-mini-2Read 21 October 2026Both include a 20W power adapter.

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-mini2Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-miniRead 21 October 2026

Spec sheet

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www.apple.com/homepod-mini/specs1Maker product pageapple.com/homepod-mini/specsRead 21 October 2026

Manual

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support.apple.com/guide/homepod/welcome/homepod6Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/homepod/welcome/homepodRead 21 October 2026HomePod User Guide for HomePod and HomePod mini, written for HomePod software 27 or later. Apple says mini 2 is compatible with HomePod software 27.2.

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.

1year14Maker 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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