Why Is My HomePod Mini Not Working?
The HomePod Mini can stop working for a lot of reasons, but the most common problems include:
In need of an update: Many HomePod Mini problems can be solved by updating the device. If there is an update available for yours, start there.Connectivity problems: If your HomePod Mini can’t connect to the internet, try resetting your network hardware. If it can’t connect to your iPhone or Apple TV, try moving the devices closer together.Power issues: If you’re using the wrong USB power adapter, the HomePod Mini may not have enough power. If it was unresponsive immediately after plugging in, this is usually the problem.Needs to be reset: If nothing else works, factory resetting your HomePod Mini fixes a lot of problems.Incompatible devices: If HomeKit scenes work with your iPhone but not with your HomePod Mini, you may have some devices that have compatibility issues with your HomePod. Resetting the HomePod Mini helps sometimes, but you may need to wait for an update.
Updating Your HomePod Mini
Updating your HomePod Mini can fix many problems, so you can save a lot of time if you start by checking to make sure that your device is up to date. If your HomePod Mini won’t play music, updating it fixes the problem. For example, if you’re unable to play Spotify on your Homepod and see that an update is available, installing the update will usually fix the problem. It can also fix issues with the iPhone handoff ability, problems where AirPlay crashes when transferring audio to a HomePod Mini, and a variety of other problems. To update your HomePod Mini, open the Home app and check for an Update Available option at the top of the Home tab.
Why Does My HomePod Mini Keep Losing Internet Connection?
If Siri keeps reporting that there is no internet connection when using your HomePod Mini, you have a connectivity problem. Your home network may have connectivity problems, you might have connected the HomePod Mini to the wrong network, or your HomePod Mini needs a reset. Here’s how to fix it when a HomePod Mini keeps losing an internet connection:
What to Do If a HomePod Mini Won’t Respond to Voice Commands
HomePod Mini works primarily through voice commands with the help of Siri. It doesn’t have a lot of physical controls, so you can only accomplish most things with voice commands. If your HomePod Mini doesn’t respond to voice commands, try these fixes:
Why Won’t My HomePod Mini Pair for Stereo Sound?
HomePod Minis should connect for stereo sound automatically without any additional setup process. However, if you have two HomePod Minis that won’t pair for stereo sound, try these fixes:
Why Is My HomePod Mini Still Configuring?
Some HomePod Minis have a problem where they never stop configuring. Many issues can cause this problem. If you’re having trouble with a HomePod Mini that keeps configuring for a long time, try these fixes:
