Apple released the beta version of HomePod firmware, can make calls, set multiple timers

Apple released the beta version of HomePod firmware to corporate employees and some retail store employees. The new firmware may be released with iOS 12 this fall. The beta version of HomePod firmware includes many new features, such as the ability to set multiple timers using Siri. , and pick up the phone. Users can use HomePod to make or receive calls, or use the 'Find My iPhone' command.

The current HomePod can't get the contact data in the user's address book, so it can't make a call. However, the user can make a call on the iPhone and transfer the audio output to HomePod. Similarly, when receiving a call, HomePod will not ring. Once the iPhone is connected, the audio can be transferred to the HomePod. In addition to making calls, HomePod can also listen to voice messages and search for call logs.

Like other Apple software systems, HomePod OS 12.0 supports the 'Find My iPhone' command, we can ask Siri to locate their iPhone and make the iPhone beep.