Apple Introduces HomePod Mini: Price In India, Specifications And Features

Apple has introduced HomePod Mini in the Apple Event. The smart speaker from Apple is 3.3 inches tall but packs several innovative and advanced technologies. Apart from this, the speaker also is claimed to deliver breakthrough audio quality.

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The smart speaker will be working with Apple Music, podcasts, radio stations from iHeartRadio, radio.com, and TuneIn as of now. Moreover, in the coming months, the speaker will also be compatible with popular music services including Pandora and Amazon Music. The speakers can also be used to play music in multiple rooms with perfect sync.

Sound Quality In HomePod Mini

The speaker has the Apple S5 chip along with advanced software which enables it to deliver incredibly rich and detailed acoustic experience. The smart features in the speaker enable it to analyze every unique characteristic of the music and applying complex tunning models in order to increase the maximum loudness but keeping the sound crisp and clear at the same time.

The speakers make use of a neodymium magnet along with a couple of force-canceling passive radiators which helps the speakers to have deep bass and provide crisp high frequencies. The speakers have been designed in a way to provide a 360-degree audio experience. The speaker also has a triple microphone to improve sound detection.

Intelligent Assistant Support

The speakers make use of Siri to offer great support by making use of the voice assistant from Apple. Siri on the speaker can identify the person who is speaking and then accordingly give the music and podcast recommendations. Even tasks such as accessing messages, reminders, notes, and calendar appointments, or making and answering phone calls can be done that too specific to the user speaking.

The sync between Apple devices and the speaker works effortlessly with them. Users can play audio from their phones or tablets and even TV or laptops on the speaker. Apple has also said by the end of the year, the experience is going to get even better with visual, audible, and haptic effects when sound transfers from one device to the other.

Smart Features On The HomePod Mini

The HomePod mini can not only be used as a speaker and an assistant but also be used to control several smart home accessories. The speakers can be used to turn off the lights, change the temperature, lock the doors, or set a scene by commanding Siri to do so.

This time, the HomePod also gets a new Intercom Feature. This is a quick and easier way for the members of the family to connect with each other when at home. The speaker can be used as an intercom to send a message from one HomePod to another. It can also be used to send the message to an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and even CarPlay.

Keeping security in mind, the speaker does not sell personal information to any advertisers or organizations.

HomePod Mini Pricing And Availability In India

The Apple HomePod Mini has been priced in India at Rs. 9,900. The smart speaker will come in two color options- white and space grey. It will be going on sale from November 6 on Apple.com and select authorized Apple sellers in the country. The shipping will, however, start from November 16.