HomePod 2 can now serve as a default Mac speaker

Apple confirmed that the second-generation HomePod can be set as a default audio output for Mac. The feature requires a Mac with Wi-Fi 6E or newer and works with a single HomePod or a stereo pair; it was initially announced only for the HomePod mini 2.

• HomePod 2 gains default Mac speaker mode
• Requires a Mac with Wi-Fi 6E or newer
• Works with one HomePod or a stereo pair
• Older Macs are limited to AirPlay