Official release of Apple HomePod Software 16.1: supports Matter Smart Home connection Standard

Thanks to CTOnews.com netizens AmberOtis, South China Wu Yanzu, Qing Huannian, soft Coal New Friends 1633, Jie, N, last 6 _ for the clue delivery! CTOnews.com, October 25, in addition to the official versions of iOS 16.1, iPadOS 16.1, macOS 13 Ventura, tvOS 16.1 and watchOS 9.1, Apple today released a new version of its software designed for HomePod and HomePod mini under the specific version number (20K71).

CTOnews.com learned that according to Apple's release instructions, version 16.1 of the HomePod software includes support for the Matter smart home connection standard.

"Software v16.1 adds support for the new smart home connection standard Matter, and a wide variety of smart home accessories can work together across ecosystems. This update also includes performance and stability improvements."

Unless this feature is disabled, the HomePod software is automatically installed on the HomePod smart speaker, but users can also manually check for updates in the Home home app.

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