Apple announces HomePod Mini smart speaker to take on the Amazon Echo and Google Nest Audio

Apple is bringing the HomePod experience to even more people with the HomePod Mini. Announced during its “Hi Speed” iPhone 12 launch event, HomePod Mini is Apple’s answer to Google’s Nest Audio and the Amazon Echo smart speakers. As expected, HomePod Mini is powered by Siri.

While the original HomePod took a long time to make its way to India, things are different with HomePod Mini. India is among the first wave of markets to get the HomePod Mini. It will be available for buying beginning from November 16 with pre-orders beginning from November 6. HomePod Mini India price has been set at Rs 9,990 and buyers will be able to purchase it directly from Apple Online Store and Apple Authorised Resellers.