Apple was originally expected to launch a new Home product this month, which Ive been calling HomePad. However, reports have pointed to delays related to Apples challenges developing new Siri capabilities. Now, per Ming-Chi Kuo, it seems that iOS 19s new design might be related to HomePads delayed launch too.Ming-Chi Kuo writes in a post on X:Three months ago, I predicted that mass production of the new display-equipped HomePod would slip from 1Q25 to 3Q25 (after WWDC) due to software development issues. Beyond Apple Intelligence, the issues also involve ensuring the HomePods interface aligns with new OS updates (like iOS 19) set to roll out across other devices in 2H25. This alignment is essential for seamlessly integrating new products into Apples ecosystem.Kuo did predict back in December that software issues would push back Apples display-equipped HomePod into the third quarter of 2025.At the time, Mark Gurman was still reporting the device would launch in March, and even when that date started slipping for him, it seemed as though HomePad could still launch some time in the spring.Many of us assumed that the software issues plaguing HomePads release were entirely related to Apple Intelligence.The new device is expected to tap into the AI Siri capabilities that were originally planned for iOS 18.4, but have now been officially delayed until some time in the coming year.But now, per Kuo, it sounds like Siri was only one part of the complication. The expected major redesign coming in iOS 19 is another key component.9to5Macs TakeIt makes a lot of sense that Apple would need to align the user interfaces across its products, especially since that sounds like a major goal of iOS 19, macOS 16, and more.However, Kuos explanation doesnt necessarily justify delaying a major product. Siris development challenges are one thing, but if the new homeOS that HomePad will run offers a sneak peek of whats coming with iOS 19, I dont see how thats a bad thing at all. Unless, perhaps, Apple expects iOS 19s design to be in flux over the beta season this summer. In that case, maybe it wants to save itself the trouble of redesigning homeOS elements after the fact by just shipping the new OS once its design plans are more stable.What do you make of Kuos HomePad delay explanation? Let us know in the comments.Best HomeKit smart home accessoriesAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel