Apple today released a new beta version of the audioOS 15 software for the HomePod, not only fixing serious issues but also adding support for lossless audio.
In June, Apple added support for Lossless Audio and Spatial Audio in Apple Music. However, at launch, Lossless Audio was not available on the HomePod or HomePod mini. However, the company clarified in a support document that Lossless Audio will be available for the HomePod and HomePod mini in the future. Based on the latest audioOS 15 beta, the feature appears to be available for all HomePod models starting this fall. According to 9to5Mac Those running the HomePod 15 beta software can enable Lossless Audio by opening the Home app, tapping the Home icon in the upper-left corner, selecting Home Settings, then tapping the user profile.
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From there, scroll down to “Media”, select the “Apple Music” tab and turn on “Lossless Audio”. When you play a song that supports lossless quality, a lossless symbol will be displayed in the Apple Music Player to indicate that you are listening to the lossless level. It remains unclear whether audioOS 15 for the HomePod will offer further innovations. In addition to the lossless feature, a Bug that caused some HomePods to overheat. The HomePod audioOS 15 beta is available only by invitation from Apple and is not officially available to developers or public beta testers. (Photo by Unsplash / Cristian Cristian)
