Apple HomePod mini has a secret sensor inside it, could be used to monitor temperature

The HomePod mini smart speaker is reportedly equipped with a sensor to measure its surroundings' temperature and humidity.

Apple launched its HomePod mini smart speaker late last year to further complement its Apple ecosystem. The device boasted of many features at the time of its launch, yet there is one capability that might have been hidden from the world until now. A new report by Bloomberg reveals that the HomePod mini carries a sensor to measure the temperature and humidity of its surroundings. The revelation is all the more surprising because Apple has not disclosed any information regarding this component. The report mentions that although the component is present, its software support is not available at the time, making it useless for now. Its presence, however, does confirm a potential feature that might enable the first in class feature for Apple's smart speaker.