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The nextHomePodis believed to be the biggest redesign of the smart speaker since its inception in 2018.

That means it could be late June or early July at the earliest.

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Kuo puts this down to ongoing software development challenges related to the machine.

The next generation HomePod is believed to feature an A18 processor with a 6.7-inch display.

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