Launched last year, the $99 HomePod mini turned out to be a much bigger success for Apple than the larger and more expensive HomePod. Apple discontinued the latter a few days ago, saying it will focus on the mini going forward, and seemingly confirming the less than impressive sales figures of the d…
Launched last year, the $99 HomePod mini turned out to be a much bigger success for Apple than the larger and more expensive HomePod. Apple discontinued the latter a few days ago, saying it will focus on the mini going forward, and seemingly confirming the less than impressive sales figures of the device. The HomePod mini has been selling much better than its predecessor. According to recent estimates, the mini helped Apple gain market share in the smart speaker market still dominated by Amazon and Google. The HomePod mini is still more expensive than competing alternatives from the two rivals, and it’s yet to catch up in the software department, but Apple might be working on several additional features for the smart speaker, with a recent discovery indicating that Apple placed a secret feature inside the speaker that it has yet to activate. Today’s Top Deal Amazon has a $32 Instant Pot accessory kit that’ll be a game-changer for your kitchen Price: $31.99 Available from Amazon, BGR may receive a commission Buy Now Available from Amazon BGR may receive a commission The HomePod mini apparently contains a temperature sensor and a humidity sensor that Apple never advertised during or after the launch event.
