A smart speaker that automatically adjusts the sound according to the location

In Apple's HomePod smart speaker, which will be available in December, one of Apple's main features is space perception. HomePod uses space-aware technology to determine where it is in the room and then automatically adjust the sound.

Apple HomePod smart speaker, data map

It is reported that this automatic room sensing technology allows HomePod to quickly locate itself, whether in the middle, on the corner, on the table or on the bookshelf, in just a few seconds, it can perfectly optimize the audio performance and bring the user an immersive music experience. .

According to foreign media reports, a new Apple patent recently revealed that the future version of HomePod may go further in space perception. The patent describes that the speaker will not only be able to detect its initial position in the future, but will also be able to re-adjust the sound after being moved to a new position for automatic adaptation.

One of the main features of Apple's HomePod smart speaker is space perception. Data map

After the speaker moves in position, the previous configuration will not achieve the optimal audio experience, so it needs to be re-adjusted, but manual adjustment can take a lot of time. At the same time, the patent also said that Apple will also use the large number of sensors to detect the location of HomePod to achieve the best audio performance.

It is understood that these sensors may include one or more cameras, stationary cameras, electronic compasses, accelerometers, light sensors, antennas, thermometers, current/voltage monitors, microphones, gyroscopes, and barometers/pressure monitors. In specific application scenarios, these sensors can be integrated together or communicate directly with the speakers.

In this way, it will ensure that the scene depicted in the patent is implemented, not just a simple mix of sound effects.

However, like all Apple patents, no one knows how long it will be used in the future. Considering that Apple's first-generation HomePod implements the first half of the space-awareness of the patent, it is likely that in the next generation, the scenario described in the patent will be fully realized.