# Smart Speaker Beta Programs Samsung Will Launch a Public Beta Program for Its Galaxy Home Mini By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-09-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-home-mini References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2019/8/29/20838342/samsung-galaxy-home-mini-features-public-beta-south-korea-announcement) & [samsung](https://www.samsung.com/) [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-selfrepair-program) has announced it will launch a public beta program for its Galaxy Home Mini. Galaxy smartphone owners in South Korea will be eligible to enrol in the text program for the small speaker, however, interested customers will have to apply to take part in the beta program. The Galaxy Home Mini can be integrated with Samsung [SmartThings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-smartthings-station) in order to control a number of different devices. The speaker also features sound technology, which was created by the [AKG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-buds2-pro) audio brand. This announcement also marks the first time Samsung has acknowledged its new speakers. The speaker's beta program will launch even before the speakers are shipped. This means that the beta program is being run early, however, this could provide Samsung with the necessary data to improve the product before officially bringing it to market. Image Credit: Samsung ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Public Beta Programs:** The launch of public beta programs for smart speakers presents an opportunity for companies to gather user feedback and improve their products before release. - **Integration with Smart Home Devices:** The integration of smart speakers with various smart home devices opens up possibilities for seamless control and automation in the home. - **Sound Technology Innovation:** The development of sound technology by AKG presents opportunities for advancements in audio quality and immersive experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can benefit from public beta programs to refine and enhance smart speaker offerings. - **Smart Home:** The smart home industry can leverage the integration of smart speakers with other devices to create more efficient and connected living environments. - **Audio Technology:** The audio technology industry has the potential for disruptive innovation through advancements in sound technology for smart speakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Repair Smartphone Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-selfrepair-program.md) - [Immersive AI Household Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-home-speaker.md) - [Enhanced AI-Powered Dogsitters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-ballie-ai.md) - [AI-Powered Smart Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-home-hub.md) - [AI-Enhanced Smartphone Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bixby-1.md) - [Decor-Conscious Audiophile Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-music-studio-5-and-7.md) - [Smartphone Interface Trial Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-try-galaxy-app.md) - [Collaboration Technology Repair Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-self-repair-program.md) - [Immersive Trivia Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-smartthings-connected.md)