Its a pretty good speaker, too
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Home automationhas a few downsides.
“What makes the HomePod mini a great starting point for home automation is its ease of use.
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Now, you need either a HomePod or an Apple TV to act as the hub.
The HomePod mini is the cheapest option, at $99.
Setting it up is super easy.
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You just plug it into the wall and bring your iPhone nearby.
Sound Quality
First up, in terms of sound, the HomePod mini is no HomePod.
How could it be?
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It’s a tiny satsuma-sized ball with way fewer parts and much smaller speakers than its discontinued big sibling.
But it is a lot better than that size difference might suggest.
If you want better sound, add a second speaker and pair them in stereo mode.
This is suited to using them as speakers for a TV or when watching movies on an iPad.
“In terms of its worth as a standalone speaker, that may depend on individual preferences and priorities.
Privacy
The main reason to choose Apple for your home automation is privacy.
All Matter-capable devices are interoperable and can be used on any system.
The biggest advantage of choosing HomeKit is if you use a security camera.
And if you have a camera inside your home, you really, really need to trust it.
I guess I’m just saying this isa great little devicethat does a helluva lot for $99.
It’s worth checking out.
