https://wccftech.com/apple-delays-homepod-smart-speaker-launch-until-2018/

Apple announced its HomePod Smart Speaker back in June at the WWDC event and originally intended to launch it before this year end. Since it was supposed to arrive this holiday season, it seems that Apple has officially delayed the HomePod smart speaker into 2018. What this means is that if you were expecting to get your hands on it by the end of 2017, you have to wait a little longer. As per the company, there just needs to be a little more time before the smart speaker hits the market, ready for the general public. So let’s dive in to see some more details on the subject.

The report comes from CNBC stating that the HomePod smart speaker will be launched next year. The promised launch month of the speaker was set to be December. Apple shared a statement to 9to5mac in which it confirms the delay: