According to an often reliable leaker, there will be no updated HomePod from Apple this year, but a smaller version is close to shipping.
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This rare price drop is the only HomePod 2 discount you might see this year
Apple Hub on X: According to leaker @l0vetodream, Apple is getting ready to launch a smaller HomePod this year. However, a second generation HomePod is not expected this year. Apple could launch
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Be quick! HomePod 2 won't be at its lowest-ever price for long as Cyber Monday wraps up
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Apple could reportedly release a HomePod with a display
HomePod Mini is here available from 6th November : r/HomeKit