Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 hands-on: Siri AI and audio upgrades

Engadget went hands-on with Apple's new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 following the company's event. The Apple TV 4K adds far-field microphones for hands-free Siri AI and a remote that beeps on command, while the HomePod mini 2 moves to the S10 chip, adds Sound Glow lighting and supports up to four speakers for home theater audio.

• Apple TV 4K: far-field mics, Siri AI answers as on-screen text
• New Apple TV 4K remote plays a sound when asked via Siri
• HomePod mini 2 uses S10 chip instead of S5; Siri AI arrives later
• Up to four HomePods can pair with Apple TV 4K for home theater