Apple HomePod Won't Have Manual EQ Adjustment Options

Apple has now confirmed that its HomePod smart speaker won't come with manual EQ adjustment options. This means users will not have the ability to manually alter the sound of the device to match their bass or treble preference. Apple Senior VP of Internet Software and Services Eddy Cue announced Wednesday during a Pollstar Live conference that the highly anticipated HomePod won't make it possible for users to make EQ adjustments on their own. In the absence of manual adjustment controls, the Amazon Echo rival will rely on analytics to automatically set levels for each song that is played, according to Apple Insider. The announcement could be upsetting for audiophiles and people who prefer to make manual adjustments to their music.