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Apple unveils the $149 HomePod mini 2, with an S10 chip, "Sound Glow"

Apple unveils the $149 HomePod mini 2, with an S10 chip, "Sound Glow" interactive lighting, and Siri AI via a future update, in five colors, shipping October 30

TL;DRApple releases cheaper HomePod mini with faster chip and glow lights.

Why it matters: Smarter Siri and lower price point could accelerate smart home adoption.

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Apple launches HomeView, its first smart display for the home

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Apple released HomeView, a smart speaker with a touchscreen, in four colors.

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Apple refreshes its Homepod mini with a new chip and $149 price tag

Apple's updated HomePod mini costs $149, has a new chip and visual display feature.

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Apple’s new smart home line-up includes a smart lock, thermostat

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Apple released smart home devices—lock, thermostat, doorbell—controlled via new HomeView hub.

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Uber's head of autonomous mobility and delivery, Sarfraz Maredia, is

Uber's autonomous division head is leaving after 12 years.

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Applied Intuition Fields Offers at $30 Billion Valuation

Applied Intuition, an autonomous vehicle software startup, raised funding at a $30 billion valuation.

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The ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Filmmakers Terrified Bystanders With Their

Film crew blasted monster sounds at a dam, startling unsuspecting pedestrians.

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Hacker claims ‘123456’ password let them breach the Danish national

Weak password enabled hacker to access 8.8 million Danish citizen records.

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Where to preorder the new Apple TV 4K

Apple's new Apple TV 4K ships November 13 with faster processor and better WiFi.

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India delays digital payments fee rollout amid retailer pushback

India postponed a planned 0.4% digital payment fee until after the holiday shopping season.

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Moderna Founder Calls for Urgent Regulation of AI Agents

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