If you’re hoping for a battery-powered Apple HomePod mini to use on the go, we’re sorry to say the ship might have already sailed.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple prototyped a portable HomePod with a view to tackling the Bluetooth speaker market it is currently absent from.
However, following internal discussions, the project was scrapped altogether, according to the well-connected reporter writing in his latest Power-On newsletter (via What HiFi).
While it’s a shame for those seeking the battery-powered alternative for their Apple Music endeavours. However, we haven’t seen many of the smart speaker makers have success with portable options. Amazon tried one years ago, but it hasn’t lead to multiple generations of Alexa-on-the-go Echos.
That’s because of the demand for constant internet connectivity for sourcing information from Siri. Plus, the HomePod has ‘Home’ in the name for a reason; it’s designed to control smart home…
