HomePod 'Sold Out' on Apple's Online Store [Updated]

[MacRumors]

Apple's $299 HomePod is no longer able to be purchased from the online store because it's been out of stock since this morning.

Both the white and space gray versions of the HomePod are currently listed as "Sold Out" on Apple's website, perhaps due to supply chain issues.

There's no word on when the HomePod might be back in stock from Apple, but customers who want to purchase one can still order from stores like Best Buy and B&H Photo.

There have been rumors suggesting Apple is working on a new low-cost, smaller version of the HomePod that will be released at some point later this year, but the current shortage is most likely a supply problem.

Update: HomePod now appears to be available again with a slight shipping delay.

Article Link: HomePod 'Sold Out' on Apple's Online Store [Updated]

 

[thadoggfather]

thats weird

 

[PinkyMacGodess]

Is it dead?

 

[SDJim]

Come oonnnnnnnn, gimme an updated pair of products!

 

[Mr. Awesome]

🤞 New HomePod? 🤞

 

[Wags]

Hmmmm. Think recently retailers were discounting to push sales. Maybe to clear inventory.

 

[MisterK]

I was actually thinking of ordering another one this morning. I'm very curious what happens to it next. A cheaper HomePod wouldn't surprise me, but neither would Apple halting production on it. Just no idea how they're thinking about this device.

I really love my current one. We don't ask too much of it, but what we want it does perfectly; we ask for songs on AppleMusic or just listen to Beats1, we set cooking timers, make calls, and my kids like asking it to tell jokes. We're in a bit of a transition at the moment (just sold our old house and waiting for our new one to be built) so it's currently serving as an Airplay speaker for an AppleTV + projector we have set up in my mom's basement apartment. It's been awesome for that too

 

[triangletechie]

The only time I've ever seen the HomePod sold out is when Target had them on sale for $199 last year.

 

[Shanghaichica]

Maybe a new model is coming?

 

[Dwalls90]

Maybe a new model is coming?

Fair, but Apple rarely (have they ever?) marks a product as sold out on their store. They’d usually quote delayed shipping instead.

 

[jimthing]

In other non-US Apple online stores.
So this story is BS, I'm afraid.

 

[KJH]

Fair, but Apple rarely (have they ever?) marks a product as sold out on their store. They’d usually quote delayed shipping instead.

 

[magicschoolbus]

They really misjudged the marketplace with this product, and were so late to the game.
An echo show Or nest hub device would be great. Apple just can’t seem to keep up with this fast moving segment.

 

[tothemoonsands]

The question in my mind is: If the HomePods are indeed refreshed, will it be aimed at first time owners (ie hitting a lower price point) or will there be compelling reasons for existing HomePod owners to upgrade (ie big new features, better sound quality, etc). Would be hard to hit both, simultaneously lowering price while offering more, but that isn’t out of the question either I suppose.

 

[sir1963nz]

Apple Offers Employees Deep Discounts on HomePod, Beats Headphones and More

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Looks like they are getting rid of remaining HomePod inventory. I think a refresh is imminent.

Perhaps Apple is going to attach a head band to a pair of home pods and sell them as headphones

 

[retta283]

I would've assumed a new HomePod launch would've been a smaller, cheaper unit. Then a refresh of the full-size model later on. This could be supply issues, or it could be a shakeup. We'll see whether this is a refresh or a death knell. I don't ever recall seeing items Sold out before refresh, other than the first iPhone.

 

[ctdonath]

I finally figured out why HomePods were not a big hit: they’re not flat & thin.

 

[Asarien]

Larger, floor unit confirmed, with support for Mac Pro wheels.

 

[citysnaps]

I have a 4th HomePod being delivered from BestBuy tomorrow. A great deal at $200.

 

[SidricTheViking]

Still available for delivery in Canada, the UK, France, Germany, Japan and Australia! Not sure what’s going on.

 

[justme1]

I got my second one at $200 from BestBuy yesterday. I agree that it's at good deal at that price. FWIW, I paid full price for my first one when it came out.

 

[macpro2000]

Homepods sound good but no none likes Siri. No one.

 

[justme1]

Homepods sound good but no none likes Siri. No one.

She works OK for us. Speak for yourself.

 

[newyorksole]

I have 2 and love them... Aside from the times when Siri can’t understand me.

Excited to see what upgrades they’d make in a new version.

 

[InfiniteJoules]

I’ve got a total of five and they are so awesome. I just got two through the employee discount program for the $149. If I could afford more, I’d get them.

We’ve got the whole house covered. With all of our HomeKit devices these make that experience even better.