Is an Apple TV 4K necessary to use a pair of HomePods for streaming audio from a TV?

Do I need Apple TV 4K to use a pair of HomePods for audio support for my Samsung TV?

Posted on Mar 17, 2023 3:14 PM

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Mar 17, 2023 4:55 PM in response to IRememberSystem7

Yes if you want the HomePod audio for all tv. Your Samsung needs the HDMI ARC port though or don’t bother with it just for this.

What you need

Apple TV 4K (2nd generation or later)
HomePod or HomePod mini speakers
A TV that supports HDMI ARC or eARC

See: Use HDMI ARC or eARC with your Apple TV 4K - Apple Support

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