Have a look inside the HomePod 2.
iOS 16: Can’t stop HomePod on other Wi-Fi network
Stop the playback on your HomePod with one tap.
HomePods get Sound Recognition, Temperature and Humidity Sensor
Both HomePods learn new tricks.
How to use AirPlay when HomePod is in different WLAN?
You can connect to the HomePod directly.
HomePods with software version 14.6 can be bricked
A software update might render your HomePod useless.
Apple is still selling off first batch HomePods
The original HomePod sold so poorly that the first production is still being sold off.
Apple discontinues original HomePod
The original HomePod will no longer be produced. But that is not surprising given the success of the HomePod mini.