Apple HomePod - White
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Apple homepod
Very simple to set up and use(providing you have iphone etc) and yes it’s good for music if you subscribe to itunes. quality of music is very good would rate it on pare with bose. But with more base. can’t get full enjoyment with it till airplay 2 is released. on its own is good but if your after that stereo sound will be better with a pair. Siri can’t answer a lot of questions yet, but hopefully will improve as time goes buy. it’s an apple product, bit pricey but excellent build quality.
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My HomePod is awesome if a little flawed.
This is a quality piece of kit. The sound is amazing. It’s powerful but crystal clear and if you have Apple Music is an absolute doddle to use and listen to practically anything you throw at it just by taking to Siri. The only problem though is that at the moment Siri isn’t really good for much anything else but that should be resolved with the new ios12. It sounds better than any other smart speaker on the market by far and I’ve tried them all. It’s a bit pricy but worth every penny. I ❤️
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HomePod Sounds Great
This product does require an IPhone or IPad to activate it with the newest firmware. HomePod is then ready to use within a minute of activation. When you play music you can immediately tell how good the quality is and at 100% volume there is no distortion. Other requirements are a subscription to Apple Music if you don’t have it all ready. Many reviews dis Siri for not being as smart as it’s competitors but the point is Apple got the hardware right and there is time for software to improve.
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Love My HomePod
The HomePod isn’t for everyone. If you’re looking for a really smart, intelligent assistant, Siri won’t cut it! If however you own other Apple products and are a bit of a so-called ”Apple Junkie” you’ll love it. It is an amazing compliment to an Apple Music too. The sound from the HomePod is second to none. I was actually pleasantly surprised when I played the first track and heard the crisp sound that the HomePod produced. It was more like a sound system rather than a single speaker.
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Sounds amazing, but......
Great sound from a tiny package. Delivers a good level of base. It hears your voice well even when playing music at high volume. Controls my hue lights well.. very easy to set up. However.... it is quite possibly the dumbest smart speaker in the world! Can’t believe this was also launched without Airplay 2, stereo or the ability to control an Apple TV. Dolby Atmos - Nowhere to be seen! Unless you are an apple die hard (like me) or a sound snob, I’d give this a miss and opt for Alexa or Google.
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The HomePod changes how people listen to music
The build and sound quality of the HomePod is almost unmatched, yes the Google Home Max gets louder and has more bass. But it disorts at higher volumes and has nowhere near as much clarity and audio separation. This speaker is not for people who use android as you need an iOS device running iOS 11 or later. Spotify does work on the HomePod (with basic voice commands such as pause, play etc) just not the “what song is this” or “play something I’d like” Overall it’s an amazing speaker
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Amazing sound
Terrific item - for the price, sound is second to none. Really amazing when used as a stereo pair, but that gets a bit costly. Siri will improve over time & is still behind the Echo for smart assistant functionality but that is all software. The hardware is just perfect & the software will improve with updates. If you are in the Apple ecosystem then you will appreciate the quality. If you like cheap and cheerful then go for an Echo but if you want better sound quality, it’s homepod all the way.
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Sound for enthusiasts
- superior 360 sound quality, nothing quite like it. - great use of Siri for music intelligence, HomeKit usability and personal requests - [Upcoming September software update] Multi-user support, with Siri improvements - [Upcoming September software update] Handoff between iPhone and HomePod for music and calls (personal favourite) HomePod can do a lot when you’re in the Apple ecosystem, and much more when future updates arrive, it’s a product that will and has improved over time.
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Great sound from such a small package.
The sound quality from such a small unit is amazing. Set up and use is typically “Apple”, very simple! Easier than the Amazon Echo’s I recently set up for my parents. That said, the HomePod is expensive and, as long as volume is not pressed too high, the Echo sounds very good. Also, once set up, Amazon’s “Alexa” is better to use than Apple’s “Siri”, though not by a huge margin. If money not an object or if you’re invested in Apple then HomePod is easy to recommend.
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Great Sound
Was caught between the sonos and HomePod. I decided HomePod as reviews regarding the sound were encouraging and I was already a subscriber to Apple Music . When the unit arrived setting up was really easy , just plug in and away you go, The home app on iPhone and ipad connect to the device without issue and connectivity was simple The sound is absolutely fantastic, great immersive sound that is far better than the sonos speakers. Interactivity with Siri is ok, limited on features
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Much better speaker than Amazon Echo or Google
As for the sound and general look of the speaker it is better sounding and looking than its competition. Much better sounding than any echo available and a fair bit better than googles speakers and sonos speakers. Apple did market this as a speaker first...with smart functionality but as an echo owner I haven't found many if any restrictions when using siri. Siri can hear me from any room in the house and always has a well spoken response to all my questions on news, weather etc.
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Another amazing product from Apple
At first I was on the fence about buying this product having heard mixed reviews, however being an Apple fan boy I simply needed to get one. It was a brilliant decision. The set up process is so easy and happens automatically (as long as IOS device is nearby). I can play my apple music by asking Siri without touching my phone. The sound is the best in class in my opinion. It’s mainly a speaker for music at the moment, however with further updates it will be great for smart home.
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Great sound and works like magic but...
Setup in about 1 minute of plugging them in, it was just like magic. I approached my iPhone to the speakers and boom. The sound is very very good and can certainly fill a room without stress. It has some cool little features, the hey Siri works well even when the speakers are playing loud. On the downside, integration with apps such as Spotify was non existent so unable to play my Spotify list. It works well with Apple Music. Spotify Integration is expected with iOS12 though.
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When it works, its great.
When the home pod works it sounds amazing. However, it doesn't always work. It relies on Airplay 2 which is really unreliable. Sound would pause and stutter halfway through a song and sometimes connection would be lost entirely. The other issue is the lack of a Equaliser. At low volumes the base is overwhelming and nothing else can be heard. That say, when its all working and at higher volumes its by far the best sounding speaker i have ever heard.
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Surprisingly Good - Impulse Purchase
Bought for our Christmas Eve family music quiz in large open plan lounge. Sound quite good indeed. Best function is its ease of access to the family’s Apple Music libraries - Siri recognises each voice and easily accesses each individual’s library. Also works as speaker for AppleTV account - as good as our Samsung soundbar. We will now reduce our Alexa use over time and will get a second Homepod for the kitchen.
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Sound quality is outstanding
Yes it is expensive but the sound quality is better than any other speaker I've tried. You will hear instruments and sounds in your favourite tracks you have not heard before. Siri responds to voice commands from the far side of the room when the speaker is playing at 100% volume. The TV is never on any more - the HomePod is the first thing activated after a days work - expensive but worth every penny.
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Great speaker
This was touted as apple toe in to smart speaker as a smart speaker it’s not the best and most of the time Siri on my phone is quicker and more easy to use. The speaker quality on these things is amazing! I now have two and thinking of getting a third soon. Be aware to set this up you have to have an iPhone. And to get the most of it an Apple subscription is required.
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Amazing
You really must be an apple fan to get the best from this as this works so well with their infrastructure........I am just now getting my head around linking it to some of the Philips hue range. This runs apple airplay and is not a Bluetooth speaker so be aware as this is not a cheap piece of kit but if it fits your parameters then I get one, you won’t be disappointed
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Phenomenal Sound
HomePod almost certainly suited towards iOS/Apple users. It’s essy to set up, looks and feels quality and the sound quality is fantastic given its size. AirPlay 2 will be a massive game changer when it’s released for multi room stereo support. Also, Siri works ok. Not as weak as I thought it was going to be. Siri, could Apple be improving it?!
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Smart speaker extraordinaire
I absolutely adore this speaker, the quality of sound produced from something this small is truly amazing. Although pricier than some of its rivals, I believe it’s money well spent as the sound is room filling and of a much higher quality than anything close. Well done Apple! I will be purchasing another one and setting them up as a stereo pair.
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Sounds amazing, perfect addition
Another awesome premium product from apple. I’m heavily into the apple eco system anyway so that was a main draw to me buying this product although I’m aware there are potentially cheaper products that offer the same kind of sound. Just do your research before jumping in as the lack of aux or Bluetooth streaming may not be for you.
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“Hey Siri take a Bow”
WOW! This speaker is amazing. Sound quality is just fantastic. Bass boost is awesome and Siri just makes it a whole lot better. Combine this with Apple Music and it’s all you’ll need in a home speaker. If you have Apple TV you can use it as a home theatre speaker too via AirPlay. You won’t regret paying the price for this.
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Outstanding sound from small speaker
All the online reviews of HomePod love the sound and this little speaker is truly impressive with bass that would annoy the neighbours (when turned up) I have the unit connected to Apple home so can control my lights too All in all a great sound from a diminutive speaker that will be much better when apple update Siri.
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Great looking speaker works great,sound is awesome
Great looking speaker, the sound is awesome, so easy to setup as long as you have an iPhone, must be subscribed to Apple Music to get the best out of it, although you can AirPlay Spotify etc , am going to buy a second one for true stereo sound via airfoil app , if your into Apple this is a must have device
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