Apple begins pre-orders for HomePod in Japan and Taiwan, launching officially on August 23
Apple has kicked-off pre-orders for HomePod in Japan and Taiwan ahead of the official release of the Siri-enabled smart speaker next Friday on August 23.
HomePod is priced at ¥32,800 in Japan and NT$9,900 in Taiwan, which is $10 to $15 higher than the price in the U.S.
Apple announced plans to expand HomePod into Japan and Taiwan last month, with iOS 12.4 including updates ahead of the launch of the smart speaker.
Following the initial release of HomePod in the United States, United Kingdom and Australia, HomePod is now available in Canada, France, Germany, Spain, Mexico, China, and Hong Kong.