Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, has introduced its latest offering in the portable speaker category, the Xiaomi Smart Speaker Lite, in Europe. Priced at €39.99 (~US$44), the speaker offers an impressive range of features for its price.
Compact and Stylish Design
The Xiaomi Smart Speaker Lite boasts a compact and stylish design, making it easy to move around. With a matte grey finish and weighing 460g, it can be seamlessly integrated into any room. Measuring 142 x 70 x 28 mm, it is small enough to fit in tight spaces without compromising audio output.
Powerful Audio Output
The Xiaomi Acoustic Lab has fine-tuned the full-range speaker unit, measuring 1.75 inches (44 mm), to deliver high-quality sound. The device has a U-shaped duct and a 350cc sound cavity, enhancing the speaker’s power.
Multi-Connectivity Options
The Xiaomi Smart Speaker Lite supports dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity, enabling users to cast content wirelessly using Apple AirPlay 2 or Spotify Connect. Additionally, using Alexa multi-room or the Apple system, users can connect multiple speakers throughout their home to sync the music in various rooms.
Amazon Alexa Integration
The Xiaomi Smart Speaker Lite has built-in Amazon Alexa, allowing users to control the device with their voice. The speaker features two built-in microphones that can recognize a variety of voice commands, such as playing a specific song or updating the weather. This feature adds an extra layer of convenience, allowing users to control the speaker and other smart home devices hands-free.
Easy Controls
The Xiaomi Smart Speaker Lite can be controlled using the Xiaomi Home App, which allows users to connect the device to other smart home devices. It also has integrated buttons for power on/off, play/pause, and microphone on/off, making it easy to control the device.
Final Thoughts
The Xiaomi Smart Speaker Lite offers a powerful audio output and an impressive range of features for its price. It is currently only available in Spain, but it is expected to be available in other markets in the future. If it does, it could potentially be a strong contender in the portable smart speaker market.
