Are there really differences between the first and second generation HomePod? A user was instructed to take it apart to check it out.
A few weeks after its release, the HomePod 2 continues to give something to talk about. The strange thing is that Apple has opted for a discontinued product and the most surprising thing is that at first glance it does not seem to present new features. To remove any doubts, a user took it upon himself to dismantle it and see the parts that are inside.
HomePod 2 exploded view shows there are some differences
Normally these exploded views are the responsibility of iFixit experts, as they did with the HomePod mini, but this time from YouTube they upload a HomePod teardown. At first, we can see that the screen at the top is exactly the same as on the HomePod mini. this allows better light area
One difference that was not appreciated by some users is that the power cord is removable. He has one shape number 8 which can be replaced by any other since it is an input used by different electrical accessories. One thing that hasn’t changed is the base as it continues to leave marksespecially on wooden surfaces.
The process is complex because after removing the base you can find the first screws that lead to removing the mesh that covers the device. After that, it is possible to remove the top of the HomePod. For probable repair, it is more viable in this model than in the previous one
The biggest difference between HomePods, aside from a few components, is their disassembly
At the end of this video, the user indicates that the two generations are very similar but that the HomePod 2 is easier to disassemble. We reiterate that for probable repairs it may help but the average user will not be able to fix it themselves.
It is verified that there are changes in the tweeters and microphones, there are 5 and 4 in question but in the first experiments comparing the two generations it is believed that there are no differences in sound quality. He can also enjoy the built-in sensor that lets you measure temperature and humidity inside where the HomePod is. It is worth mentioning that this sensor is enabled in the HomePod mini with the latest HomePod 16.3 update.
Not much time has passed to really determine if this HomePod 2 is worth buying, sound experts and home accessories will be able to determine in a few months. In the meantime, we remind you that it is on sale on the Apple page at a price of 349 dollars. The smallest of the family, the one that has been commercially successful, the HomePod mini is on sale at 109 dollars.
Still don’t know how to enjoy it? Here you can see what to do with HomePod and HomePod mini.