macOS 11.3 released! Check it out for HomePod users

macOS 11.3 Big Sur has been released with many new features.

Among them is the ability to set the audio output to stereo on your HomePod's smart speakers by default.

The iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Apple TV all support HomePod stereo pairs by default, but the Mac is finally joining the ranks.

Supports audio playback on two HomePods

Previously, macOS users could send audio to two HomePod speakers via AirPlay.

However, by default, audio was only played on one speaker, so every time I wanted to play audio on two HomePod speakers, I had to set it manually.

Play audio on two HomePod speakers for a richer, more immersive sound experience.

This can be selected as an output option in your Mac's Sound Output list by going to System Preferences> Sound.

Earlier this year, Apple announced that it would stop selling large HomePod smart speakers and instead focus on smaller HomePod minis.

The HomePod mini is also a great speaker.

So while Apple seems to have moved away from the first-generation HomePod, we're happy to see that it continues to support and improve its features.

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Other new features in macOS 11.3

Below is a list of the main features of macOS 11.3 and other new features.

There are many others.

There are also security updates, including fixes for bugs that could allow cyber attackers to use malicious documentation to circumvent operating system security mechanisms.

In addition, there are some bug fixes that make the macOS Big Sur user experience smoother.

Overall, macOS 11.3 is a feature-packed update, so it's worth downloading and installing.

Especially if you have two HomePod smart speakers, ordered an AirTag loss protection tag, or own an M1 Apple Silicon Mac.

How to download macOS 11.3

To download and install this update, go to Apple Menu> System Preferences and click Software Update.

Or, if you're not a macOS Big Sur user and have a compatible Mac, go to the App Store and download a free copy.

This update should now be available to users around the world.

If not, wait a few hours and try again.

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