Why You SHOULD Buy the HomePod mini! 

You won’t be able to use Spotify with HomePod mini, that’s the only problem

@@gullgit6429 Why use Spotify if one is deep enough into Apple ecosystem to consider HomePod? Spotify Mac app is painful, watch app doesn't work on cellular, iPhone integration is lacking (and impossible because Apple), isn't optimized for AirPods, and it doesn't work with Siri directly.

@@gullgit6429 not a problem to me. I’ve never tried Spotify.

@@gullgit6429 you can use Spotify but most functions won’t work like “hey Siri, change song”

Definitely!!

I have the same question. I don’t care about the speaker, I just need to be able to access my smart devices remotely

that won't work, they only communicate with the same model. so just mini with mini and the original with the original. which is a huge downside.

@@shorty0303 it works with either pattern regular with mini and mini with mini etc the syncing is amazing!

appleinsider.com/articles/20/10/13/you-cant-create-a-stereo-pair-with-homepod-and-homepod-mini-but-home-theater-support-coming-soon

@@shorty0303 I said use two original HomePods in a pair. Not pair a mini with an original.

@@shorty0303 I don’t know why you’d want to pair a mini with an original as a stereo pair. 🤷🏻‍♂️ I’m thinking have a stereo pair of originals for the living room and then have minis in the other rooms, which will work.

It can be paired in stereo.

@@cesarbattistini I am aware of that was just thinking how the AirPods have spacial audio and that somehow using the same tech could make the speakers work as surround sound for a home theatre.

It won’t be as good as a HomePod simply because of the size, I’d like to know how it sounds compared to the new amazon echo though

@@BubbaMaraj7241 what

@@BubbaMaraj7241 r/ihadastroke

Going to be far less. It’s what, a pound? That’s not going to put out room filling sound like it’s larger brother does.

It won’t be just like the original HomePod. It will however sound much better than the Echo dot. It’s probably more comparable to the full sized Echo, which the HomePod mini will still probably sound better than that.

@@SirS2pendous cool

@@SirS2pendous I won’t say much better just slightly, the echo dot now has a directional speaker vs mini 360, which means bigger boost and clarity at the cos too 360 sound, which isn’t bad since most people put theirs by a wall for the power cord. Another thing to note is the echo not the dot is the same price as the mini but comes with more speakers and again directional sound . Now the HomePod for $299 is a beast for sound quality but there are other speakers that give you a better bang for your buck and does include Alexa

@@kohfu1724 no, the dot is $50. The full size echo is $100. I think that’s the one you mean. I’m saying it’s more comparable to the $100 echo and will sound much better than the smaller $50 echo dot.

@@SirS2pendous it’s a bit of a mess but I did state them clearly, the HomePod mini size wise is about the same size as the Echo dot, the speaker is about the same size as well 2 2mm (1.6 in the echo dot) drivers now pushing out sound in all directions. The echo dot has 2 1.6mm drivers pushing sound in a bi directional pattern(not this is based off the information given to us from the manufacturer, we won’t know until the devices actually release in October/November) and I think that’s the big issue here, the price is double but you aren’t getting double in terms of value , and when you compare it to the Echo(not the echo dot) I doubt it will be able to hold up soundwise. I think Apple has made a huge step in the right direction if they want to get into the home automation business as they have a huge advantage over Amazon and Google. Majority of new smart TVs are starting to carry airplay, the handoff feature sounds amazing and way better than having to go to setting on your phone. The automatic pairing in studio is great, but the most underrated feature is being able to use your phone, iPad or Mac(possible the watch) when it’s locked or you’re using it since it recognizes your voice(probably the best voice recognition at the moment) but if you have a normal sized house or larger it will become real expensive to create a fully autonomous house. Apple system is great and could be number one however Apple has its way of limiting it self when they shouldn’t. For example you can only use Apple apps for hand off, so sorry podcast, Spotify, tidal, audiobooks, RU-vid users, you won’t be able to use the handoff features for these apps at this moment. Can be updated later however. Also if you like to save money and go with cheaper alternatives goos look staying with Apple, they usually only support high end smart home devices, so you’ll have to get a premium, meanwhile Alex supports 10k+ devices Apple supports about 1/10th of that...you add on the fact that the speakers start at $100 a piece and if you are an audiophile they will be $300 each. Now that doesn’t sound too expensive especially when new iPhones already cost $1000 and Apple will let you make monthly payments until you bring the competition in. These are the only speakers available for Apple home automation, you don’t have other options ... and if you aren’t looking for sound quality but just plain usability to control smart devices, well you’re out of luck there’s nothing cheaper. Versus the $50 for an echo dot (about $20-$30 for a 3rd generation now). There’s not a Show version available, which is unfortunate because it would be the perfect device. FaceTime is arguably the most used video chat app for personal use, and having a device in the kitchen or a common area you can use, especially one that follows you around like the new echo show is pretty huge, a missed opportunity. The show gives you that visual aspect and i recommend it for any house with Alexa/home automation especially if you have cameras... To sum it up, if you want to have your whole house decked out with a smart speaker and other devices my vote goes to google or Alexa. Apple is getting there but not quite there yet. The value aspect is pretty high for the limited capabilities and almost everything it can do the other smart home features can do as well, short of the things mentioned above. Now if you are heavily invested into the Apple ecosystem, or you have a smaller house and don’t want to go full automation just yet, then Apple will be perfect. You can deck out a small house for $1000 or less which isn’t bad at all. And give it time Apple will continue to improve their products. My only downfall is Apple is missing out on valuable data to improve their products since it won’t collect data from most of its users. Data is the most important thing for AI, the more data it has the faster it grows, which is why google assistant and Alexa are better than Siri in performing everyday tasks even though Siri came first.

The original one is already pretty big

Same here

Wish me luck lol

Me too

same! and only homepod lol i’m broke and all my other apple devices are worth putting more money into

Me too

That's coming later I think

Why, when Apple Music is so much better?

@@rodioleary LOL

It works with Spotify.....

Lol for 700 dollars you can buy a real home theatre sound system that has 1000x better sound

No its just Support Stereo, so you only can pair 2

@@RodolphosTechchannel no you can’t. The homepod has hifi sound. It’s comparable to $1000+ speaker setups.

@@DylanM15 hahahah you clearly never had a 1000 dollar speaker setup.

Rich

Knowing apple, they wont lower the price till much later

@@michaels2995 yep, that was a one time thing with HomePod where they charged too much at first. Other than other sites offering deals, that is a very rare occurrence!

They are not killing it, since they’re adding a software update that gives it Dolby atmos.

@@NT-or9wh a software update that will give the HomePod Dolby Atmos? 🧐

They BETTER NOT i have two Homepods connected to My Apple TV but will have to get the Apple TV 4K to get the Dolby Atmos Feature SMDH

In terms of virtual assistance, google and amazon has it beat by miles, so I agree siri is pretty bad. I would only buy for its hopefully promising sound especially compared to other $100 Bluetooth speakers.

AC power only

plugged in. but it’s a stationary device anyway.

Possible

I think I’ll be getting one around Black Friday since I do already have the Echo, and I wanna get a deal.. hopefully 🙏

Since all my other devices are Apple, I’ll be getting one. Id rather have one company listening to me, and I trust Apple a hell of a lot more than Amazon! 😂 so yes I would get one if I were you

@@elgeorge437 very good point. Thank you.

wow you decided fast, just preordered mine today (the last day for pre-ordering) last minute because i was scared to order it later and have it be out of stock, it would be nice if i could get it soon. having that security of a set aside homepod mini just for me feels nice so i know i’m definitely getting one

Awww is like the baby’s of the HomePods 🥰

Can I contact my 2 HomePod to my 2 HomePods mini ?

No one cares

@@tonywest1486 i care is cute 🥰

@@bryanlopez3034 we still don’t have the homepod mini to answer that question

I’m pretty sure it works without desktop mode, i’ll try to find the reddit post i saw

I don’t think so.

It is? I thought only Amazon Music and Pandora are coming

HomePod is 300 idiot lol 😂

I’m pretty sure you can. Saw a reddit thread abt it.

IMO go with the pencil....reason you can do more with the pencil that with the HomePod. Unless you have like many smart gadgets at home. I have two google homes and I hardly ever use them. Just occasionally to set alarms and to ask for the weather and simple things like that.

HomePod mini

rich ric-

Yes.

It does work with Spotify. You just have to Airplay it rather than asking Siri directly on the HomePod.

Airplay.

Mediocre? Are you crazy? The Homepod beats some of the best hifi speakers on the market even. The audio quality is hands town best for the price range and honestly for a lot of the under $800 range of speakers.

If this does occur won’t it render the HomePod useless? Again Apple cannibalizing their own hardware in the name of more sales.

@@jeffsancricca7041 The HomePod works on WiFi. But this will hamper the “bring phone near” handoff capability of the original HomePod with newer Apple hardware. But I think this change will happen when OG HomePod is an older device.

its not out yet

Nobody does....