Matter update for Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)
Matter and Thread are the 2026 standard for cross-ecosystem smart home gear. Here's how Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) fits in.
The Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) is a premium smart speaker with high-fidelity audio, spatial audio support, and a built-in home hub that enables HomeKit automations and remote access. It also functions as a Thread border router for Matter-enabled devices. Designed exclusively for the Apple ecosystem.
Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) supports Matter / Thread.
You can use it with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, and other Matter-compatible ecosystems. Check the manufacturer app for a firmware update if it didn't ship with Matter.
Compatibility by ecosystem
Connect guides
Related devices
Other devices in the same category or with similar compatibility: