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Live: Apple set to debut new iPhones

Apple on Tuesday introduced a new, cheaper version of its HomePod speaker at an event where it is also set to unveil the latest iPhone lineup.

Why it matters: Apple's events may not be as drama-packed as they once were, but the iPhone remains the most important product in Apple's lineup and a bellwether for the broader industry.


HomePod mini

The new HomePod mini is a small, mostly spherical speaker designed to offer a cheaper alternative to the company's pricey smart speaker. The device has a touch panel on the top for playing and pausing music.

  • A pair of HomePod minis can be used for stereo sound.
  • The devices will work with online radio services like Pandora and TuneIn and soon, with third-party music services including Amazon.
  • A new Intercom feature can be used to send messages to AirPods throughout the home, as well as to iPhones, AppleWatches and vehicles, via CarPlay.
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