Apple’s new HomePod Touch might make original model’s mistake

Rumors indicate Apple has a touchscreen-equipped HomePod (likely named ‘HomePod Touch’ or ‘HomePad’) launching early next year. But a recent report on pricing indicates Apple might repeat a mistake it made with the first HomePod.

Apple’s history of pricing missteps with HomePod

When Apple launched its first HomePod in 2018, it came with a whopping $349 price tag.

Due to the success of Amazon’s Echo products, anticipation for Apple’s smart speaker had built…