After updating your HomePod mini to 16.3 you can now use its temperature and humidity sensors, ask for Find My locations, see ambient sounds, and more!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:21 Ask HomePod for Family Location
00:52 Turn off Family Alarms with Siri
01:11 Ambient Sounds on HomePod and 16.3
02:10 Temp and Humidity on HomePod mini
03:08 Use HomePod for Intercom
03:56 Texting from HomePod
04:47 Run Shortcuts from HomePod

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