Apple’s HomePod line has struggled to keep pace with the rapid evolution of smart‑speaker markets and the broader AI push. Launched years after Amazon and Google’s offerings, the HomePod arrived late, at a high price point, and with a Siri that fell short of consumer expectations. Subsequent versions, including the HomePod Mini and the second‑generation HomePod with Thread support, added incremental improvements but did not reshape the product’s market position. As AI assistants migrate toward smartphones and computers, Apple’s roadmap now points to a major Siri overhaul slated for 2026 and a new smart‑home hub expected no earlier than 2027, leaving the HomePod largely sidelined.
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