Apple discounts HomePod to $149 for employees, update imminent?

Apple’s HomePod usually retails for $299 for customers, but Apple retail and corporate employees can purchase a HomePod right now at a nice discount: half price or $149.50. It is possible that Apple is trying to reduce inventory of the HomePod ahead of a rumored product update.
Stereo pairs create an even wider soundstage for an incredible listening experience on HomePod.
Benjamin Mayo for 9to5Mac:Although the HomePod is widely praised for its sound quality, its high price relative to the