Apple has announced that it will start taking pre-orders for the Apple HomePod from this Friday, the 26th of January. The device will officially go on sale on the 9th of February 2018.
Apple will start taking pre-orders of their HomePod in the US, UK, and Australia from this Friday, the 26th. The device will retail for $349 in the US, £319 in the UK, and AU$499 in Australia. This smart speaker is designed to deliver high-fidelity audio and integrate seamlessly with Apple’s ecosystem.
Advanced Audio Technology
The Apple HomePod was initially supposed to launch in December of last year, but the launch was delayed until 2018. The device comes equipped with Apple’s Siri built-in, allowing users to control their music and other smart home devices using voice commands. The HomePod is designed to work seamlessly with Apple Music, providing access to over 70 million songs.
The HomePod features advanced audio technologies, including beam-forming tweeters, a high-excursion woofer, and automatic spatial awareness. These technologies work together to deliver a rich and immersive audio experience. The beam-forming tweeters direct sound with precision, while the high-excursion woofer provides deep bass. The automatic spatial awareness feature allows the HomePod to adjust its sound based on its location in the room, ensuring optimal audio quality no matter where it is placed.
“HomePod is a magical new music experience from Apple. It brings advanced audio technologies like beam-forming tweeters, a high-excursion woofer, and automatic spatial awareness, together with the entire Apple Music catalog and the latest Siri intelligence, in a simple, beautiful design that is so much fun to use,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing.
Integration with Apple Ecosystem
One of the standout features of the HomePod is its deep integration with the Apple ecosystem. Users can ask Siri to play their favorite songs, set reminders, send messages, and control smart home devices that are compatible with Apple’s HomeKit. The HomePod also supports multi-room audio, allowing users to play music in multiple rooms simultaneously or different songs in different rooms.
In addition to its music capabilities, the HomePod can also serve as a hub for Apple’s HomeKit, enabling users to control their smart home devices with voice commands. For example, users can ask Siri to turn off the lights, adjust the thermostat, or lock the doors. This makes the HomePod a versatile and valuable addition to any smart home setup.
The HomePod’s design is also worth noting. It features a sleek and minimalist design that is available in two colors: white and space gray. The device is covered in a seamless mesh fabric that not only looks elegant but also enhances the acoustic performance. The top of the HomePod features a touch-sensitive surface with integrated LED lights that indicate when Siri is listening or processing a command.
You can find out more details about the new Apple HomePod at the link below. The device goes on sale this Friday, and it is expected to be a popular choice for those looking to enhance their home audio experience and integrate with Apple’s ecosystem.
Source: Apple
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