# Hi) > Portable Alexa speaker control for music, weather, and smart home devices. (iPhone/iPad app by BOOMPODS LIMITED.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi/id1439437468 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [BOOMPODS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1439437467) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 25 MB - Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) - Released: 2018-11-09 - Data updated: 2026-06-01 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi/id1439437468/reviews.md ## What is Hi)? Allows your Bluetooth speaker with Alexa built in to be taken anywhere with you not only confined to your home WiFi network. Talk to Alexa on your Aquablaster by pressing the Hi) button. You can ask to play music, check weather, control smart home devices and more The Hi) App works with all major services and stations such as Amazon Music, TuneIn, iHeartRadio and others. Alexa works all Alexa enabled languages. ## Key features - Portable Alexa functionality - Voice control for music - Smart home device integration - Weather updates - Works with major music services ## Recent user reviews (10 of 17) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi/id1439437468/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Awful app *2023-10-30, version 1.0.10022* Worked once then never worked again ### 1/5 — Absolute rubbish *2023-09-08, version 1.0.10022* App is the most useless app ever as all other reviews state are totally true when using an iPhone Don’t invest ### 1/5 — Useless *2023-06-10, version 1.0.10022* Keeps giving me blank screens. Not useable ### 1/5 — Useless Now! *2023-01-28, version 1.0.10022* I received the BoomPods Zero Bluetooth speaker for Christmas and it was great the app was really good the speaker worked great connecting with my iPhone first time every time, But now the app is useless just not working and the speaker doesn’t connect with the Bluetooth on my iPhone anymore, So just something else that will sit in the drawer with all the other useless junk 😡 ### 1/5 — Trash *2022-12-24, version 1.0.10022* Return the speaker ### 2/5 — Having to reinstall app to use every time *2022-10-28, version 1.0.10022* This worked great once first installed, however once you switch off the aquablaster it stops connecting, when you try to connect it says it isn’t paired and when you open the app it’s a blank screen, I’m having to reinstall and connect and pair every time I want to use it ### 1/5 — Useless *2022-08-17, version 1.0.10022* It disconnects from the device every time I want to use it. The app crashes constantly and has to be deleted and reinstalled. Wish I’d never bothered. ### 1/5 — Don’t even attempt to pair your device *2021-12-18, version 1.0.10022* I can’t even get past the Alexa screen there needs to be a option to skip that part istg ### 3/5 — Frustrating App *2021-11-20, version 1.0.9801* Once installed on to your iPhone,the app works alright for the initial set up but when you use it again.It’s logged on the feedback page and you can’t enter or send any feedback.So the only way to connect to your aquablaster speaker is to remove and install again.You shouldn’t need to do this every time!! ### 4/5 — Does what I want *2021-11-06, version 1.0.9801* Not sure why the bad reviews. I just set my boom pods up in 1min with the app and I have a iPhone 8. Also It can use Apple Music not sure why other people have an issue with it. Once set up dont need app so just archived it and still works perfectly. Given 4* due to the fact that the app is useless after you have paired your device so just extra data on my phone. ## Frequently asked questions about Hi) ### Does Hi) have ads? No, Hi) does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions. ### What devices is Hi) compatible with? Hi) is compatible with iPhone and iPod devices. It allows your Bluetooth speaker with Alexa built-in to be taken anywhere. ### How often is Hi) updated? The latest version of Hi) is 1.0.2, and it was last updated on November 30, 2023. Updates typically include bug fixes and performance improvements. ### What music services does Hi) support? Hi) works with all major services and stations such as Amazon Music, TuneIn, and iHeartRadio, allowing you to play music through your Alexa-enabled speaker. ### Can I use Hi) to control smart home devices? Yes, you can talk to Alexa on your Aquablaster by pressing the Hi) button to control smart home devices, check the weather, and play music. ### What is the age rating for Hi)? Hi) has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app focuses on voice control and music playback features. ### How does Hi) allow portable Alexa use? Hi) enables your Bluetooth speaker with Alexa built-in to be taken anywhere, not confined to your home WiFi network. You can interact with Alexa remotely through the app. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.2 — 2023-11-30 1.Fix some bugs ### 1.0.10022 — 2021-12-17 1. Support RHYTHM Product 2. Fixed some bugs ### 1.0.9801 — 2021-08-10 Fixed some bugs. ### 1.0.9206 — 2021-01-13 1. Fixed some bugs. ### 1.0.7426 — 2019-09-26 1. 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