r/HomePod

So I currently use two sets of stereo HomePods to cover both TV’s at home.

If I have a Bluetooth turntable am I able to connect it without going via either of the TV (I want to avoid more cables on show). I’ve read I could add it as an accessory via the Home app, but info seems inconsistent.

Using Siri lately feels like arguing with a grumpy old partner who just refuses to listen. Half the time I have to repeat myself just to get the simplest things done.

And I’m not asking for anything complicated — stuff like “hey Siri, play some music” or “turn the volume up.” Basic commands. Yet somehow it still struggles.

My HomePod will also randomly blast the volume for no reason, which is… great, especially at night.

The most ridiculous part? I’ll literally be listening to a song, ask Siri to play it again, and it goes: “Sorry, I couldn’t find Killing in the Name by Rage Against The Machine.” while it’s currently playing.

Anyone else feel like Siri has gone downhill recently or is it just me?

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Problem

Every smart light brand ships its own desktop app. Switching between Hue, LIFX, or any other vendor app just to turn off a lamp or change a scene is slow and breaks your workflow. None of them live in the menu bar where you actually spend your time on macOS.

Comparison

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Pricing

Free tier available. Pro features unlock at 5.99 EUR one-time.

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About me

I am a solo indie developer. You can check my identity and background here:

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Website with Privacy Policy and Terms of Service: https://lampcontrol.app

Happy to answer any questions about how it works, what protocols it supports, or what is coming next.

My HomePod gave out on me after 6 years, got the blinking + - of doom:(
Apple says they’re going to replace it with the same one, forgot to ask, but would that be a refurbished one? They Said they have to order one since they don’t have OG ones in stock.

Tried the second release candidate at a friend house this morning, and boy, it is smooth. No dropped frames, no UI glitches, there is a real improvement.

Considering how glitchy, unpolished and buggy IOS 26 has been since 26.0, this was a welcome surprise.

I hope the same level of refinement applies to tvOS 26 for the Homepods and the Apple TV, specially if the rumors are true and IOS 27 will drop support for a few devices.

Been reading up on these this week and decided now is the time to change. Primarily an Alexa household, I have put an order in for matter compatible bulbs to replace my cheap WiFi ones. Plugs too. Today I ordered not one but two HomePods. “Used very good condition” and “opened but never used”. £300 for both so my plan for them is stereo pair through the Apple TV. Will hold off until later in the year and get a new model for my work desk I think. Then slowly start replacing then echos throughout the bedrooms with HomePod mini’s. Can’t wait!

I’ve been hearing and seeing rumors floating around about a new HomePod being around the corner. Would it be a good time to buy a new HomePod/mini now?

I noticed when they first came out they were at Costco, target, Best Buy, etc and now you can’t even find them at the Apple Store you have to order them online. is there a shortage? I would’ve thought it would be a popular purchase

I just bought 2 E27 lightbulbs and 1 sense+ sensor all from Nanoleaf. No issues whatsoever configuring the lights on Apple Home, but the sensor for the life of me I can’t get it recognized on Apple Home.
I tried literally every troubleshooting tips online, I try typing the numbered code instead of the tiny QR code, I unplugged the devices, turned off Bluetooth, turned off iPhone, removed the sensor battery…. Nothing. It is only being recognized by Nanoleaf app. Can anyone help? 🙏🏻

Been testing this HomePod mini stand setup for a while and honestly it makes the whole speaker look way cleaner on the desk. The elevated position also feels a bit nicer for sound projection compared to sitting flat on the table.

My only concern is that the stand itself feels a little lightweight/flimsy. I keep wondering what would happen if my cat decides to launch an attack on it someday 😅 Hopefully it survives.

That said, I still really like the overall look and wanted to share it with the community.

I actually made/improved a 3D printable version of the stand myself, so if anyone wants the STL/3D file, I’d be happy to share it here with other HomePod mini users.

https://preview.redd.it/fi545f12gwzg1.jpg?width=1632&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0fd95bd0fc0d0a997e0f654e569b256079cfac40

please answer my dumb question

Intermittent stoppages :

As stated the homepods stop playing, sometimes 2 to 3 songs into play list or when I ask Siri to shuffle my music library. I have disconnected the router & reset the homepods but it's still happening. Is this a known issue ?, any help would be much appreciated. It's so annoying.

Has anyone recently noticed that the audio level for Paramount Plus is significantly lower than all the other apps on ATV when using stereo paired HomePods?

I have verified on another TV with an ATV that the volume stays consistent with Paramount Plus (audio source is a Sony soundbar), so the culprit appears to be the HomePods. I have to turn them up to nearly 75% just to achieve a normal listening volume whereas the other apps have a consistent volume across the board. Not sure what the issue is here.