The company is discontinuing the original HomePod in favor of theHomePod Mini,which debuted last fall.
But the original HomePod is a brilliant product thats never entirely been given its due.
The original HomePod arrived in 2018 as Apple’s first foray at high-end audio.
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But the rig had a hard time competing with Amazons Alexa and Googles Home series of gadgets.
I still think its one of the most striking pieces of tech equipment ever made.
Yes, the HomePod has its quirks.
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By contrast, myAmazon Echospeaker has no trouble understanding my mutterings.
But the glorious sound that the HomePod produces makes up for it all.
I love the fact that the HomePod contains eight speakers controlled by an A8 processor and custom software.
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The HomePod also contains seven microphones.
The HomePod does it all itself without any help.
You dont need to download extra apps or fiddle with controls.
A deeply underrated feature of the HomePod is its ability to work as a great speakerphone.
Its easy to switch calls from my iPhone to the HomePod, and the call quality is incredible.
Its easier to hear people on my HomePod than when they are in the same room.
Until then, keep an eye out for any sales on the HomePod.
It will serve you well.
