The original HomePod appears to be on the outs, with Apple selling through its remaining stock while focusing on the mini version of the smart speaker.
Per TechCrunch, Apple has discontinued the original version of the smart speaker. Apple offered the following comment confirming the move:
HomePod mini has been a hit since its debut last fall, offering customers amazing sound, an intelligent assistant, and smart home control all for just $99. We are focusing our efforts on HomePod mini. We are discontinuing the original HomePod, it will continue to be available while supplies last through the Apple Online Store, Apple Retail Stores, and Apple Authorized Resellers. Apple will provide HomePod customers with software updates and service and support through Apple Care.
Earlier this month, French site Consomac noted that the Space Gray version of the original was not in stock in the U.S., and there was an eight to ten week wait for delivery (white models were still available for next day delivery.) The move came just days after Apple discontinued the iMac Pro.
It’s all in on the HomePod mini, which has gotten good reviews since its launch.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Via The Mac Observer, TechCrunch, and Consomac