As an owner of the first-generation smart speaker as well as a pair of the mini models, I was thrilled when Apple announced the HomePod 2.
Apple HomePod Review - SlashGear
Apple Homepod Mini - Orange : Target
How the HomePod mini can succeed where Apple's first smart speaker failed
Review: Hands-On With The 2nd Gen Apple HomePod
I'd just like to direct you to this discussion of the HomePod over in /r/audiophile : r/apple
HomePod hands-on: The best (and worst) of Apple's new smart speaker [Video] - 9to5Mac
Apple's HomePod speakers will be the best-sounding ones you've ever owned - Vox
Apple HomePod mini review - SoundGuys
Hands-On Experience of New HomePod Reveals 'Exquisite' Audio Quality - MacRumors
Apple's very familiar HomePod (2nd-Gen) sounds great
HomePod 2 praised in exclusive hands-on before launch
Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) review: I'll take two, please!