HomePod Mini Leaked With Smaller Spherical Design in White and Black

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In addition to sharing what appear to be official images of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, reputable leaker Evan Blass today has shared images of what he claims is the widely-rumored "HomePod mini" in black and white.

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While the existing HomePod has a rounded, cylindrical design, it appears that the HomePod mini will feature a more spherical design, with a similar mesh finish available in black or white. A flatter top surface will house touch controls for volume, playback, and more, and a large multicolored light will appear when Siri has been activated.

Last week, a reliable leaker who goes by the alias "Kang" claimed that the HomePod mini will be announced alongside the iPhone 12 lineup at Apple's event today, with orders to begin in mid-November for $99. The speaker will allegedly be 3.3 inches tall, compared to the existing 6.8-inch HomePod, and be powered by the same S5 chip as the Apple Watch Series 5.

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berrymetal Avatar
berrymetal
19 weeks ago
This is SO cute! I want it in my mouth
Score: 52 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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exterminator
19 weeks ago

This is SO cute! I want it in my mouth
wait what? ?
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WiiDSmoker
19 weeks ago

This is SO cute! I want it in my mouth
ASL, number?
Score: 21 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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Braderunner
19 weeks ago
Leak the new Apple TV!!! :D
Score: 14 Votes (Like | Disagree)
AmazeSE Avatar
AmazeSE
19 weeks ago
Did not expect this design.
I thought it will be like the smaller version of the HomePod. It looks cool tho.
Score: 13 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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AngerDanger
19 weeks ago
Right, thanks for completely ignoring my design, Apple!



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