The Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) is a smart speaker that works well with other Apple devices. image credit: Google

It is priced at Rs. 32,900 and comes in black and white colors. image credit: Google

The HomePod (2nd Gen) is larger and more capable than the HomePod mini. image credit: Google

It has a fabric-wrapped exterior and touch-sensitive controls on the top panel. image credit: Google

The power cable is detachable, unlike the original HomePod. image credit: Google

It uses Siri voice commands and runs on the audioOS platform. image credit: Google

It supports Apple's AirPlay protocol and can be stereo-paired with a second HomePod. image credit: Google

The Home app on iOS controls and configures the speaker and provides access to temperature and humidity readings. image credit: Google

The HomePod (2nd Gen) supports the new Matter IoT protocol. image credit: Google

The speaker has a five-tweeter array, a four-microphone system, and a single four-inch woofer for sound output . image credit: Google