Apple HomePod mini - Space Grey

The Apple HomePod mini may be small, but don't let that fool you. It's seriously strong, and at under 8.5 cm - it looks good anywhere and everywhere. The HomePod mini is wrapped in an eye-catching moulded mesh fabric for enhanced audio quality - in keeping with Apple's trademark style. High-fidelity audio also adapts to its location, lending a helping hand with everyday tasks to include: Siri, controlling your smart home, setting up multi-room audio, and sending Intercom messages to every room. Connect your compatible Apple devices and simply say "Hey Siri" to activate voice assistance (private and secure by only listening specifically for "Hey Siri" commands) - It really is that simple.

Apple HomePod mini - Space Grey Key Features:

• Ability to control smart house devices at home
• Siri becomes your on-call assistant
• All this power in a product under 8.5 cm tall
• Designed to fit anywhere in the house, and look good doing it
• Custom acoustic waveguide - 360º sound field
• Powered by Apple A8 chip for superior sound quality and advanced software updates
• Six beamforming mics to pin-point your voice - even over loud music
• Simple set-up for instant use
• An incredible range of music provided by Apple Music - Requires Subscription for full-functionality

Expanded Apple HomePod mini - Space Grey Key Features:

Top-Rate Voice Assistant

In addition to playing your favourite music, radio station or streaming service, the HomePod keeps you updated with news, traffic, sport and weather forecasts. It can set reminders, tasks, and even send messages to your contacts. The HomePod can also take charge of your smart home; a wide range of home accessories are compatible with Apple's HomeKit platform. To begin, simply add the device to the Home app on your iOS device. To ensure the system is at peak performance, the HomePod requires 802.11 Wi-Fi Internet access, an Apple Music subscription (recommended but not required), and at least one of the following Apple products: iPhone 5s or later, iPad Pro, iPad (5th generation), iPad Air or later, iPad mini 2 or later, or iPod touch (6th generation) running iOS 11.2.5 or later.

Impressive Audio Playback Capabilities

The Apple HomePod has a precision-designed speaker system, advanced Apple audio tech, and updated software - all powered by Apple's A8 chip. The bass is deep, while mids and trebles remain detailed. It is also able to sense its location to optimise immersive audio throughout the space. Apple Music (additional subscription required) provides over 45 million songs for your listening pleasure along with personal requests, with Siri recognising your taste and suggesting music accordingly. Anyone connected your Wi-Fi network can stream music via the HomePod, whilst being able to AirPlay other content from iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV and Mac. Airplay 2 enables you to link multiple HomePods or other Airplay 2 compatible speakers to play music in multiple rooms. If your favourite track comes on whilst you are moving about the house, Siri can project it to the speaker closest to you - A seriously smart home system.

Short In Stature, Not In Power

What's in the box?

• 1 x Apple HomePod mini
• 1 x User Guide

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FAQs:

What is Apple's new HomeKit platform?

Apple HomeKit is a platform within iOS for controlling your smart home. To avoid having a number of different smart home apps on your phone that are unable to communicate efficiently with each other, HomeKit ties them all together for a more user-friendly experience - Control via the control centre on devices directly, or Siri on your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, HomePod, and Mac computer. It's a fully-functioning smart home Apple ecosystem all within one accessible app.

What is needed for the Apple HomePod to work at peak performance?

To ensure the system is at peak performance, the HomePod requires 802.11 Wi-Fi Internet access, an Apple Music subscription, and at least one of the following Apple devices: iPhone 5s or later, iPad Pro, iPad (5th generation), iPad Air or later, iPad mini 2 or later, or iPod touch (6th generation) running iOS 11.2.5 or later. The available connections include Wi-Fi, AirPlay from iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV and Mac.

How does the Apple HomePod mini differ from the Apple HomePod?

The Apple HomePod mini is the little brother of the Apple HomePod. It stands just 8.5 cm tall (HomePod is 17.2 cm tall), and weighs just 345 g - significantly smaller than the HomePod. It runs off the same Apple A8 chip for superior sound quality and does majoritively the same job but on a smaller scale. However, you are not able to form a Home Cinema with Apple TV 4K or utilise the HomePod's spatial awareness capabilities. But if you require a cheaper, smaller digital assistant - look no further than the Apple HomePod mini.