HomePod software 27.2 adds lighting, speaker and control features

Apple’s HomePod 27.2 update adds Sound Glow, an option to disable touch controls, and support for using compatible HomePods as a Mac’s default audio output. It also includes support for four-speaker surround sound with Apple TV 4K, though that feature was described as forthcoming.

• Sound Glow makes the speaker’s top pulse with colors matched to the audio; the reports say it works with supported HomePod models.· 2 sources
• Lock Controls lets users disable touch controls on the speaker, while Mac speaker output lets compatible HomePods serve as a Mac’s default audio output.· 2 sources
• The update adds support for connecting four HomePod speakers for surround sound with Apple TV 4K (4th generation); the reports say front and rear speaker pairs must match.· 2 sources
• The update can be installed through the Home app, and devices with automatic updates enabled will receive it automatically, according to the reports.· 2 sources