Earlier this week, Apple launched the second-generation HomePod. The company also introduced new MacBook Pro models and a new Mac Mini. Now, the Cupertino-based tech giant has quietly hiked the prices of the existing HomePod Mini and the 24-inch iMac in global markets including India. The revised prices are reflected on Apple’s official website, however, they are retailing at old prices on the brand’s authorised resellers and online platforms in the country.
The Apple HomePod Mini debuted way back in 2020 at a price tag of Rs 9,900. It has become expensive by Rs 1,000. The smart speaker now costs Rs 10,900, however, it is still up for grabs at a pre-hike price and we assume it to be for a limited period. The device is equipped with S5 and U1 chips along with four microphones. It also has a secret temperature sensor that’s been lying dormant since launch. Apple did not activate it, however, with the HomePod second generation featuring the sensor, it is expected to arrive on the affordable smart speaker as well with the upcoming HomePod 16.3 software update. The temperature sensor will let users record and monitor the room temperature as well as humidity around them.
As for the 24-inch iMac, it was launched in April 2021. It is offered in multiple storage configurations, GB / 16GB RAM options, and 8-core CPU + 7-core GPU and 8-core CPU + 8-core GPU. All configurations of the iMac have received a price hike of Rs 10,000. The base variant with 8-core CPU and 7-core GPU coupled with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage earlier costed Rs 1,19,900 and now after the price increase, it is available for Rs 1,29,900. The iMac model with 8-core CPU and GPU that started at Rs 1,39,900 now carries a price tag of Rs 1,49,900.
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