The packaging box of the second generation of Xiaomi ai speaker is much smaller than that of the first generation, simple and compact and environmentally friendly!
From the appearance of the speaker, the second generation is no different from the first generation. However, careful observation can see that the Mi logo of the second generation speaker is slightly larger than that of the first generation.
The classic touch volume ring remains. The rubber pad layout at the bottom of the speaker has changed, and the connection direction of the power cord has also changed. The second generation of the power adapter volume is much smaller than the first generation, and the slender shape can save socket space
The second generation of millet AI speaker supports the Mi home smooth connection, just open the Mi home app after the mobile phone is near the speaker, you can find the device, avoid the cumbersome steps of entering the password to enter the network, and you can easily complete the binding after a few steps to confirm.
The second generation Xiaomi AI speaker finally brings Bluetooth Mesh gateway function. As a smart home hub device, smart speakers are still necessary to have Bluetooth gateway function. In this way, it is no longer necessary to purchase a Bluetooth gateway separately, and you can connect to Bluetooth devices such as night lights or hygrometers.
The second generation also adds 5G Wi-Fi band connection, which is faster and more stable than the 2.4G band supported by the previous generation, and with 6 array microphones, the response is more sensitive and smoother when used.
It is worth mentioning that when using the first generation of Xiaomi AI speakers before, using Bluetooth to connect the computer will conflict with the Bluetooth mouse resulting in the problem of being unable to use, and now using the second generation of Xiaomi AI speakers for testing, found that this problem has been solved in the second generation, and the sound will not have a delay, and can be perfectly connected to the computer.
The second generation of Xiaomi AI speaker mainly adds the Bluetooth mesh gateway function, which is very important for smart homes, and further improves the sound quality of the speaker. As an upgraded version of the original smart speaker, it has added practical functions such as 5G Wi-Fi band connection, combined stereo sound, and continuous dialogue. At the same time, it also further solves some remaining problems of the old speaker, which can be said to be a product worth upgrading.