Apple once considered a battery-powered HomePod

Apple reportedly planned HomePod with battery, but don’t hold your breath on it ever shipping

9to5Mac By José Adorno

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Years ago, Apple internally discussed and prototyped a battery-powered smart speaker, but I would be surprised if one ever launches under the Apple brand.

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The speakers on the iPhone and iPad are pretty decent at this point, and I’m sure Apple would rather consumers buy those for mobile playback than a cheaper HomePod.

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If Apple does get back into the battery-powered speaker game, I’d guess it returns under the Beats brand.

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That’s the same place Apple has tucked cheaper audio gear in the past.

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