Apple - HomePod - Space Gray
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Description
Features
Breakthrough speaker with amazing sound
Spatial awareness that senses its location
Built to bring out the best in Apple Music
Learns what you like based on what you play
Intelligent assistant helps with everyday tasks
Controls your smart home accessories
Requires iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 11.2.5 or later for setup.
Siri works with Apple Music. Subscription is required for Apple Music.
Only HomeKit-enabled devices can be controlled by HomePod.
What's Included
Apple HomePod
Documentation
Key Specs
- Built-In SpeakersYes
- Number of Microphones6
- Search Engine UsedGoogle
- Streaming Media Player(s) SupportedChromecast
General
- Product NameHomePod
- BrandApple
- Model NumberMQHW2LL/A
- ColorSpace Gray
- Color CategoryGray
Audio
- Built-In SpeakersYes
- Number of Speakers8
Voice
- Voice Assistant Built-inSiri
- Number of Microphones6
- Calling FeaturesNo
Connectivity
- Wireless Multi-Room AudioNo
- Connectivity TechnologyWi-Fi
- Works WithApple HomeKit, Arlo, Hue
- Search Engine UsedGoogle
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi
- Operating System CompatibilityApple iOS
Features
- Streaming Media Player(s) SupportedChromecast
- Control Button(s)Volume, Wake
- Alarm FunctionYes
- Processor ModelApple-designed A8 chip
Power
- Power SourcePlug-in
Display
- Display ScreenNo
Dimension
- Product Height6.8 inches
- Product Width5.6 inches
- Product Depth5.6 inches
- Product Weight5.5 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC190198504524
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6626 reviews
(6,626 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.3
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers commend the HomePod for its exceptional sound quality, describing it as 'amazing' and 'love them'. They also appreciate the easy setup process and the seamless integration with Siri, calling it 'awesome'. However, some customers express concerns about its high price, limited connectivity options, and compatibility issues with other devices and apps.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Easy setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great addition to your other Apple products
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I recently purchased an Apple HomePod for myself as a little b-day gift. After living with the speaker for a while, here is what I can offer. 1. Set-up is perhaps the easiest I've ever done for a network device. Plug it in, hold your iPhone near it, and it automatically starts the set-up for you. Click a few buttons on your phone to complete the set-up and you're up and running in like a few minutes. Very nice. 2. Once set up, using the speaker is amazingly simple, yet feature-rich. "Hey Siri, play some Coltrane", or "Hey Siri, play Music for Airports by Brian Eno" and in about 2 seconds, it starts playing. Too loud or quiet? Just say "Hey Siri, raise/lower the volume" and it'll take care of that. 3. Ask it the weather, or what your appointments are for tomorrow. It seems like it can pretty much do it all. 4. The "ring" issue. Some people have found that the speaker can leave a ring on some wood surfaces. You can go ahead and buy a little $10 stand to put it on. I just used a folded piece of paper. Works great. 5. Let's talk about sound. Plenty of reviews talk about the great sound, and for its size, the sound is impressive. Don't expect your HomePod to sound like Tannoys or a nice pair of vintage Klipschorns, but the sound is pretty good. It's an active speaker, so it adjusts its sound reproduction based on its surroundings. So don't worry too much about where you're putting it. It can adjust. Speaking of Coltrane, I played "A Love Supreme" and was actually impressed. The bass solo sounded pretty decent, not as muddy as I would expect a small woofer to be. The drum solo sounded relatively tight. The piano was missing a bit of brightness, but still more than passable. Sax just stood out nicely. Overall, the sound was more natural that I was expecting, and definitely better than the artificial sound you'd get from a similarly-sized speaker from Bose. 6. Volume control. You can tell it to raise or lower the volume, or tape the plus/minus sign on top. I do wish the volume increments were a bit smaller, though. Raising the volume sometimes is a bit too high and I wish it could raise it just a little bit less. But this is a minor issue in my book. 7. The power cord. OK, yeah, I'm making a point of the power cord. They actually give you a decent-length cord! I know this seems like a small issue, but I do get tired of getting electronics that have these short, dinky power cords. In all, I think this would make a fine addition to your home, assuming you are well-invested in the Apple ecosystem.
This review is from Apple - HomePod - White
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent speaker
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have been intrigued by this product since released, and frustrated with Apple's pricing practices and desire to be a "top tier" company by only offering high end high price products. This device always seemed a bit overpriced and unnecessary for me as I have a nice sound system connected to my TV, but I wanted something for Home Kit control. I like Apple's focus on encryption and privacy especially with the alway on always listening home controlling devices like this. I have apple Home Kit enabled devices in my house, and wanted a quick way for my pet sitter to turn them on and off when she comes in. I tried the Amazon dot last year, but found it difficult to setup and you need to have the always listening feature on. It also required setting up my already existing already working HomeKit enabled devices in the Alexa app which was hit and miss. I was waiting and hoping that Apple would release a cheaper version of this with less speaker and more control. Then Best Buy had this on holiday sale for 100 dollars off retail price. I figured it was worth a try knowing I had time to return it if it did not work. I set it up in seconds yesterday, and immediately transferred the podcast I was listening to on my phone to the speaker. I often wear headphones around the house and listen to music or podcasts throughout the day. This makes it easy to transfer what I am listening to via my phone airplay button and I can hear it clearly from anywhere in the downstairs. It sounds amazing and is so much easier to use to listen to anything on my phone. Yes you can use it without the Hey Siri feature listening. You can press and hold the center of the top panel which prompts Siri so I can turn off the "always listening" or if it does that annoying digital assistant thing where it mishears something I say that sounds vaguely like "Hey Siri" and becomes disruptive (This has not happened yet). I also like that in the Home app on my iPhone I can turn off the Home pod analytics which will not share my always on always listening recordings with Apple or anyone else. I wish the $200 price was not a promotion, but the retail price. After 1.5 days it has proven its worth and made me realize something I was overtly critical of and uninterested in is as good as I was sure it was not. I like being proven wrong. I am not sure I would pay $300 for it at full price, but if it keeps impressing me like this I might eat those words as well.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
For Apple enthusiasts!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The HomePod is something really special that will expand its options as updates come available over time. The sound on this impeccable piece of engineering is absolutely INCREDIBLE. I’m a audiophile at heart. I have to have the best of the best when it comes to sound. This has 7-speakers that offer crisp and clear keynotes that can make you hear things that you normally couldn’t in the smart speaker world. I also have a Sonos and believe me when I say this that the sound comparison between the Apple’s HomePod and the Sony’s Sonos has a marginal gap. I was blown away by how impressive the HomePod sounds. The microphone also has pretty good range. I was 3 rooms away and Siri picked up what I said (with kids running in the background) and played 80s Rock. That was impressive for a small but heavy speaker. Speaking of heavy. That is due to the magnet that is in this speaker. The bass that comes from this thing is MIGHTY impressive. I’ve had friends come over during the weekend and they never guessed it was coming from the HomePod. They thought it was my Bose Home Theatre system that I usually have on. Needless to say they were blown away as it knows where it’s sitting by using sound waves reporting back to the device so that’ll it’ll adjust to any room setting. On another note. This is is limited for now. If you don’t think Apple won’t open the HomePod up to other apps and add new features then you obviously don’t know Apple. For now if you can be a little patient until Apple releases updates this year and can just admire the sound quality the HomePod has then its for you. It’ll eventually be able to connect to other devices within time. Everyone just has to be patient. That shouldn’t stop anyone from buying a speaker to listen to music via Apple Music, iTunes and Spotify. Overall, The HomePod is an incredible sounding machine. Apple spent 6 years in development to get the sound perfect and they did just that. Now they will focus on updates throughout the year to improve what’s already THE best sounding device in my home. Go get one especially if you’ve invested in iTunes, Spotify and Apple Music!!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not what I expected
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Apple HomePod has been around for three years and I finally purchased one 12/3/2020. Typically, I do a fair amount of research before purchasing a new piece of technology and this time was no different. This may be why I was initially impressed with the sound when I setup the HomePod in my office (not a home office). The sound is full with firm deep bass which is often hit and miss in a speaker this size. The thing that intrigued me most was the "smart" functionality and I really wanted to explore more of the Siri ecosystem. Currently, we have Alexa functionality enabled on our SONOS speakers and other IoT devices. However, I want to move to Siri because of all of our other Apple devices (phones, watches, tablets, headphones, earphones, computers, TV), and because of privacy concerns. Apple's privacy policy aligns with my viewpoints and beliefs. Siri may not share many of the capabilities of other "digital assistants" but I knew this and am still willing to make the move. The "Smart" functionality of the HomePod is made this a four star rating rather than three stars. The speaker functionality of the HomePod is where I have issue with all of the reviews I read and watched. I wondered why no one compared the HomePod to a SONOS speaker. They are similar in shape size and functionality (Google and Amazon assistant only) but that's where the similarities end. The sound of the HomePod just doesn't measure up to the $199 SONOS One. I have SONOS throughout my house so I brought the HomePod home for the weekend to do a side by side comparison. I expected more for a $299 speaker from Apple. I am not saying the speaker is worthless. It is very good and certainly an affordable, and very good, option to setting up a complete home theatre system from SONOS when you can setup two HomePods in a stereo pair and make them your default audio source with AppleTV 4k. Perhaps if I didn't have such a substantial investment in SONOS products I would try the home theatre setup. I believe this HomePod will be a permanent addition at my office with the music, news, speaker phone, digital assistant, and privacy functionality. I will also turn off the digital assistant function on my SONOS speakers at home and add HomePod Mini fo the digital assistant function.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Still best sounding. See my YouTube review
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have a few of these speakers and I still love the sound they produce. In my latest review I compare the speaker with the Bose portable home. Sound wise I picked the HomePod. As a matter of convenience I picked the Bose because it’s portable. The bass the HomePod produces is magical for its size. See my latest review on YouTube and please Subscribe it’s free: https://youtu.be/PNRBFKT04I8
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Design, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Sound in a small beautiful well built body!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you are looking for a perfect companion to fit into your Apple music world you'll loveeeee Apple HomePod. HomePod sounds very good. I was a bit skeptical since I was really happy with my Bose Sound Link Mini II, but after playing few songs the speaker proved what it is capable of. The speaker as expected out of premium Apple product is designed so well that it blends in perfectly & its capability to sense movement and adjust the output to suit the surrounding ensures you get the best sound quality no matter where you place it. Siri is very responsive(no need to shout or yell) and is able to perform majority of the actions(Turn on/off switches/lights, weather forecast, alarm, reminder, etc.) that I used to ask Alexa to do. Go for it if you are looking for a great sounding, beautifully designed, well-built speaker!!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Phenomenal sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’m nothing if not stunned by the quality of sound from this speaker. Really amazing for its size. Additionally, while watching my Apple TV, I can add the HomePod as an additional speaker along with my Bose sound bar. Talk about making good sound even better! I’m also quite happy with Siri performance. I had read some negative reviews on how much catching up Apple has to do to make Siri more on par with other digital assistants, but as far as running my HomeKit compatible devices, I’m thrilled with Siri’s accuracy and performance. To really enjoy, you’ll want an Apple Music subscription. Pretty much opens up every kind of music imaginable. I wish the price was lower, although it’s worth the money just for the sound quality. Just make sure you DO NOT buy anything from Nest if you want to automate through HomeKit using Siri on the HomePod. Although they have hinted at HomeKit support for a LONG time, there’s no indication Nest cares to be part of the Apple ecosystem (they’re owned by Google, so duh). Unfortunately, Apple is the only company I can thoroughly trust to honor my privacy, so if it’s not HomeKit compatible, I will not buy it. Thankfully there are MANY great alternatives to Nest that ARE HomeKit compatible!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Siri integration
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Smart Speaker for the Apple Environment
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.With the Apple HomePod connected, amplified audio is a snap. No amplifier, nor endless wires, and great bass/ treble plus Dolby Atmos with Airplay 2 is supported for audiophiles. Siri is omnipresent when within speaking range for voice commands, and home automation is built in to each Apple HomePod if you want to explore the Apple HomeKit. One HomePod sounds great with its booming subwoofer. Connect a 2nd one and the Apple system detects and connects both for well balanced stereo output. Or put one in multiple rooms for whole home audio immersion! Viewing video content (especially with an Apple TV) or simply streaming audio from an iPhone, iPad, or MacBook is a snap! The HomePod can also serve to be a hub for a Smarthome system. This is a super simple solution for a home audio system, or for those who want to get a foot in the door for Smarthome automation. Explore the Home app on your Apple Devices and get started with home automation and add more functionality with the Apple HomeKit. As Apple continues to refine their operating systems for all their devices, this audio solution/home automation system continues to improve with each new release. The future looks bright for the those hoping to expand their Apple-Verse to include more functionality. Do yourself a favor and get rid of those unsightly speaker and power cables and give the HomePod a try, you'll be glad you did.
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionDouble the cost of Sonos One, imperceptible better sound, lacking in strength with Siri, lacking in functionality with only Apple Music and Airplay. Why buy this speaker?
Asked by Questioner.
- A:Answer I found it comparable to the Sonos 3. Haven't played with it too much yet but it's pretty nice so far. Siri works for what I need it to do. I like Apple products, if you don't like Apple, there is no convincing.
Answered by RoyD
Q: QuestionCan I connect this to my apple tv? or tv in general and use it as a home theater system as well?
Asked by bden.
- A:Answer Yes, you can connect it to your Apple TV and use it as a soundbar.
Answered by Figment
Q: QuestionWill the product comes with 8 different speakers or just only one speaker.
Asked by Akki.
- A:Answer It comes with 8 different speakers. They are fortunately all inside of the Apple HomePod.
Answered by ApuN
Q: QuestionHow does it receive power? I see no cord in any picture. Can I set it in the middle of my coffee table, in the center of the room, and not need a cord? Is it battery powered? Thanks.
Asked by Bobfred57.
- A:Answer It is not battery powered. It requires to be plugged into an outlet to function.
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionIs it better than the Google Home Mini? And is it worth it?
Asked by Lydia94.
- A:Answer I asked myself the same question. This is more comparable with Google Max then google mini or google home. This video explains well all of the details and comparisons with Amazon Echo devices and Google Home devices - https://youtu.be/qkS6MnuvbCc Homepod is like Sonos+google mini or is a none brand description, a Wifi Speaker + Smart Speaker. Amazon Echo and Google Home/Mini are Smart speakers with the ability to play sound, not good quality sound.
Answered by souzado
Q: QuestionWill this work with iPod Touch 6th generation, iPad mini 2 and iPad Pro 9.7 inch? How will I pair the HomePod to my iOS devices?
Asked by Generals.
- A:Answer Yes. HomePod support goes back all the way to iPhone 5s, 5th-generation iPad, iPad mini 2, first-generation iPad Air, and all sizes of iPad Pro. It also supports the sixth-generation iPod Touch. Your iOS device must be running on iOS 11.2.5 or later. HomePod will pair like AirPods, so when the device you're setting the HomePod up is within proximity, a card will popup on the screen with a picture of the HomePod. Pairing requires a password, which the HomePod can automatically enter by generating a special tone or Siri (via HomePod) can speak a code that you would enter on the iOS device. After that you'll select the home and room for your HomePod (this has to do with the 'Home' app) and HomePod will use your iOS device to automatically configure WiFi, iCloud and iTunes account settings. It's important to note that HomePod requires both Keychain and two-factor authentication to be enabled from 'Settings' on your iOS device(s).
Answered by TechToyz
Q: QuestionWhat is meant when it says "only Home-Kit enabled devices can be controlled by HomePod". Will this work with products such as the Insignia Or WeMo Wi-Fi Smart Plugs that I already have from Best Buy?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Home-Kit enabled devices are devices that are compatible with the "Home" app on your iPhone or iPad, the significance being, they're much easier to pair with the Home app (by scanning a HomeKit barcode) and you can control multiple smart home devices from a central app, versus having to download one app to control lighting, another to control your thermostat, another to control your doorbell, etc. These also will support voice control via Siri for simple commands -- i.e. Siri, turn off the bedroom lights. Or for scenes, for instance saying "Siri, it's move time" and Siri responding by turning off all the lights in your house except the living room lights, dimming the living room lights, lowering the thermostat temperature and locking the door (so basically, a sequence of actions). Hope this helps and I'm recommending some HomeKit products for you to checkout below! Best regards.
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Answered by TechToyz
Q: QuestionCan I preorder on Jan 26 through Best Buy?
Asked by KRS.
- A:Answer My local Best Buy says yes
Answered by Cbummy