5 Reasons why we love having the HomePod Mini at home

Earlier this year, Apple launched the HomePod mini in Malaysia, broadening the smart home possibilities for users across the country. Known for its seamless device ecosystem, Apple has perfected the art of connectivity between gadgets, including the HomePod series. No matter where you are, you’ll always be able to keep track of your devices. Now, with the HomePod Mini, you can add big sound and intelligent assistance to your abode. If you’re on the fence about getting one of these little (but mighty) smart speakers, let us convince you with these five reasons why we love having it at home. 

SMALL AND STYLISH

The HomePod mini’s compact size means it can fit into any corner of your home. With your plants, by photo frames, on your kitchen counter, or atop your bedside table, the choice is yours. Plus, the HomePod mini is available in five different colours—including yellow, orange, and blue—so it will fit into any home no matter the aesthetic. Its minimal design also ensures it blends into its surroundings all while looking sleek and chic. 

ALL-AROUND SOUND

Not to be underestimated based on its size, the HomePod mini packs a punch when it comes to audio quality. Kitted out with an Apple acoustic waveguide, the device directs its sounds downwards through the bottom of its speaker, immersing the room into a crisp, 360-degree listening experience. 

The HomePod mini can also achieve deep, rich bass notes along with support for Spatial Audio tracks. It also boasts a custom-engineered high-excursion woofer, built-in bass-EQ mic, and tweeters around the base, ensuring a crisp and powerful acoustic sound. To round it all off, the Apple S5 chip within the device personalises your listening experience, applying tuning models to optimise volume and adjusting dynamic range to fit the song you’re playing. 

STAY CONNECTED

Having the HomePod Mini around also means being able to pair it with the rest of your Apple ecosystem. This means you can seamlessly hand off anything playing on your iPhone, from calls to podcasts, to your HomePod mini. For an even more personalised experience, simply hold your iPhone by the HomePod mini for custom music or podcast suggestions. 

If you’ve got a larger family at home, don’t fret. The HomePod mini can recognise up to six voices in the household, so you’ll only be getting reminders, suggestions, and other content meant for you. The HomePod mini can also help you locate any misplaced devices thanks to the Find My feature. You can use Siri on the HomePod mini to get the locations of those you have saved on your Find My Friends list too. 

HOME THEATER ERA 

If you’re big on staying in and having movie nights or Netflix binge days, the HomePod mini might be the missing piece from your living room’s puzzle. Connect two or more HomePod or HomePod minis and you’ve got yourself a home theater or an in-home audio network. Whether you’re using the devices as an intercom, surround sound system, or simple as house-wide speakers, the HomePod series will upgrade your home.

A HOME OF THE FUTURE

With the power of Siri, the HomePod mini can transform your space into a smart home. Set up recurring controls like turning on the lights at 8am or measure your room temperature, it can do it all. Homes with carbon monoxide or smoke detectors can also rely on the device to send alerts to your iPhone if an alarm sounds and you’re not around. My personal favourite is the remastered ambient sounds that make my home feel like a hotel lobby. To tie it all together, use the Home app for easy access to controls and functions like temperature and lights. 

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