Apple HomePod takes the last dance, rescinding its interesting features News Published: March 14, 2021 11:00 AM IST Apple’s original HomePod smart speaker was introduced in 2018. Four years down the line, Apple has now discontinued the premium smart speaker with the tech giant choosing to focus on the smaller version, HomePod Mini. While the discontinuation has been confirmed by the company, those interested can still grab the smart speaker until stock last. Also Read - Apple HomePod smart speaker finally goes on sale in India for Rs 19,900 “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 INR 9900. We are focusing our efforts on the 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 AppleCare,” Apple said in a statement. Also Read - Amazon Echo Studio Review: An Echo never sounded this good