HomePod With Display Delayed to Sync With iOS 19 Redesign [Kuo]

Apple's much-anticipated HomePod with a display won't enter mass production until after WWDC 2025, according to TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The shift from an early 2025 timeline to the third quarter is reportedly due to software challenges rather than hardware delays.Kuo explained in a recent X post:"Three months ago, I predicted that mass production of the new display-equipped HomePod would slip from 1Q25 to 3Q25 (after WWDC) due to software development issues. Beyond Apple Intelligence, the issues also involve ensuring the HomePod's interface aligns with new OS updates (like iOS 19) set to roll out across other devices in 2H25. This alignment is essential for seamlessly integrating new products into Apple's ecosystem." Continue ReadingShare Article:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit, EmailFollow iClarified:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube

Mar 12, 2025 - 19:55

HomePod With Display Delayed to Sync With iOS 19 Redesign [Kuo]

Apple's much-anticipated HomePod with a display won't enter mass production until after WWDC 2025, according to TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The shift from an early 2025 timeline to the third quarter is reportedly due to software challenges rather than hardware delays.

Kuo explained in a recent X post:

"Three months ago, I predicted that mass production of the new display-equipped HomePod would slip from 1Q25 to 3Q25 (after WWDC) due to software development issues. Beyond Apple Intelligence, the issues also involve ensuring the HomePod's interface aligns with new OS updates (like iOS 19) set to roll out across other devices in 2H25. This alignment is essential for seamlessly integrating new products into Apple's ecosystem."

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