Apple says Siri AI support on the new HomePod mini 2 will be “available later” as part of a “future software update.” In other words, do not expect Siri AI to be available on the speaker when it launches on Friday, October 30.
HomePod mini 2 Siri AI details
Siri AI on the HomePod mini 2 will require an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad for requests involving personal context. Apple framed the functionality as coming in a future software update rather than at product launch.

