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tvOS 27.2 Beta Adds Support for Four HomePods with Apple TV 4K
Key points
- tvOS 27.2 beta 2 supports four HomePods with Apple TV 4K.
- Two full-size HomePods and two HomePod minis can be paired.
- Speakers currently play the same audio, not distinct surround channels.
- Feature works with Atmos/surround from video, but not menu/game audio.
Multi-HomePod Support in tvOS Beta
Apple's tvOS 27.2 beta 2 introduces the ability for Apple TV 4K to connect with four HomePods concurrently for audio output. This expands on previous capabilities that allowed HomePods to function as speakers for Apple TV.
Configuration and Current Limitations
The new feature permits pairing two sets of HomePods, totaling four speakers, wirelessly to an Apple TV 4K via the Home app. An example configuration includes two full-size HomePods and two HomePod minis. However, the system does not yet allow users to assign specific roles, such as rear speakers, meaning all four speakers currently play the same audio. While it functions with Atmos and surround sound from video sources, menu and game audio are limited to the front speakers.
Context and Future Implications
This development follows earlier discoveries in HomePod 27 beta 8 referencing a forthcoming surround sound feature. The addition of multi-HomePod support in tvOS 27.2 beta 2 aligns with rumors of an upcoming overhaul and expansion of Apple's Home product line, including new HomePad, Apple TV 4K, and HomePod models.
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Reporting from
tvOS 27.2 beta 2 allows Apple TV 4K to connect to four HomePods simultaneously, enabling a multi-speaker audio setup. This feature, while not yet fully configured for distinct surround sound channels, suggests an expansion of Apple's Home product line capabilities.