Apple slashes HomePod orders as sales ‘tank’

Lacklustre connectivity and high price tag may have weakened the device’s appeal

WWDC 2017 Apple HomePod
The HomePod speaker would be subjected to the tariffs
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Apple has cut orders for its new HomePod smart speaker from suppliers following disappointing sales.

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