Finally, you can get High-Resolution Audio on your Apple HomePod or HomePod mini, as long as you're a member of the invitation-only AppleSeed program. According to 9to5Mac, the latest beta version of the HomePod 9 software supports Apple's lossless audio on the smart speaker, a feature that should be available to the public soon. However, the introduction of Lossless Audio was not without its drawbacks. 5toXNUMXMac claims that the first beta version of the software came with Hi-Res Audio support, but that didn't work and was removed entirely in the second version. However, with the release of the third beta of the HomePod XNUMX, the option to listen to lossless audio with Apple Music returns. According to Apple, Lossless Audio means that subscribers to the streaming platform will be able to "hear exactly what the artists created in the studio." It starts with CD quality (XNUMX bits / XNUMX kHz) and goes all the way up to XNUMX bits / XNUMX kHz, and for audiophiles there's Hi-Resolution Lossless, which goes up to XNUMX bits / XNUMX kHz. and should give you considerably more clarity and detail in your music.
Should I update my HomePod now?
Unless you are a part of the official AppleSeed program, we do not advise you to update your HomePod now. Although the software can be found via a quick Google search, a previous beta version caused a lot of problems for users, with some finding their wireless speaker overheating and shutting down, while others reported issues with Siri not being able to stop music using voice commands. . It's generally a good idea to avoid downloading beta versions of software on your primary devices, in case something goes wrong, although public betas like iOS XNUMX are generally good and can give you an interesting insight into what's going on while running. side of your device. Today's best Apple HomePod and Apple HomePod deals
