And go on and smash that notification bell to get updates whenever we put out a new video. Apple has gone with a touch display. There are volume up and volume down buttons, and you can tap to play and pause music. When listening for commands, the HomePod is going to glow on the top to let you know that Siri is listening, while the Echo device has a bright blue ring on the bottom that lights up when it’s listening. Something that you’re not going to see on the HomePod Mini is an auxiliary port on the back. This port does, however, come on the Echo Dot. This allows you to plug in an additional speaker or a full-blown sound system to get better audio out of your device. If either the iPhone or the HomePod Mini is playing music, you can bring the phone closer to the HomePod Mini, and you’ll get a notification on the top of your device that says what song is being played. If you tap on that notification, it’ll bring up the HomePod Mini settings and features. Or you can transfer music between the phone and the HomePod through AirPlay. These settings work for music, podcasts, or anything else you’re listening to. Price: The Echo Dot is the clear winner here if you’re on a budget. It’s half the price of the HomePod Mini, and it goes on sale frequently. Though the HomePod does offer better quality for the price. Speakers: The Apple HomePod Mini has the best sound, especially at higher volutions.
