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HomePod (2nd Gen)
The Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) is a mono speaker designed for home use. It can stream music or audio using WiFi, and is powered via AC plug.
Description
The Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) is a mono speaker designed for home use. It can stream music or audio using WiFi, and is powered via AC plug.

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Overall Score

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Sound quality
 /  5
Ease of use
 /  5
Versatility
 /  5

Detailed Test Results

Sound Quality: Overall, we found the speaker delivers near accurate and detailed sound. Expect fewer distortions or other audio issues. The bass, which covers instruments such as bass drums, bass guitars, or stand-up bass, has good impact and goes deep, and it is somewhat prominent and boomy. Midrange, such as guitars, horns, and voices from music or podcasts, is fairly even, but it is somewhat hazy, a bit congested, a touch grainy. Treble, which may include cymbals or the upper range of violins, is extended, but it is a bit subdued, smeared, sizzly. Does a decent job of recovering room ambience. The soundfield extends somewhat above and to the sides of the speakers, and while individual instruments and voices are identifiable, they only have a two dimensional quality. Volume is enough to fill a medium sized room. If you choose to pair this speaker with another, the stereo set can be placed to provide better separation than other models.

Ease of Use: The speaker has some features or accessories that add convenience during daily operation. Shortcut buttons on the console include: volume. Other controls may require installing a mobile app, available from Apple. This home speaker does not provide a remote control.

Versatility: It is missing some features users typically want and need. You can connect wirelessly to this speaker over a WiFi network. There are no connection ports on this speaker. If you have two of these speakers, you can use TWS to pair them for a wider stereo experience. Streaming services include: Airplay. There are no tone control or EQ settings for customizing your listening experience.

About

The HomePod (2nd Gen) from Apple is a mono speaker designed for home use. It can stream music or audio over a WiFi network. There is an Apple mobile app available for additional device controls. This home speaker does not provide a remote control. This speaker is powered via AC plug. It includes a single speaker, but you can optionally pair this with another of the same model for a wider stereo experience. Additional accessories include: Quick Start Guide, Power Cable.

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