AppleToolBox https://appletoolbox.com Tools and Fixes for Mac, iPad, iPhone & iWatch Thu, 23 Feb 2023 18:56:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 https://appletoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cropped-cropped-AppleToolBox-Logo-32x32.png AppleToolBox https://appletoolbox.com 32 32 How to Use HomePod With Apple TV 4K https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-homepod-with-apple-tv-4k/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-homepod-with-apple-tv-4k/#respond Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:15:33 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=120297 Even the best TV doesn’t have great built-in speakers. But if you own a HomePod and an Apple TV, you can connect them together to amp up the audio for everything you watch. And if you own multiple HomePods, you can create a stereo pair which offers an incredible audio listening experience, especially compared to […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-homepod-with-apple-tv-4k/feed/ 0 How to Pair Two HomePods Together https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-pair-two-homepods-together/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-pair-two-homepods-together/#respond Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:50:53 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=120291 What’s better than an Apple HomePod smart speaker? Two HomePod speakers paired for stereo, of course. If you pair two HomePods together, and then subsequently pair them to your Apple TV, you can create an immersive and quite excellent home theater experience. There are plenty of cases to be made that this is a better […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-pair-two-homepods-together/feed/ 0 How to Reset HomePod or HomePod Mini https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-reset-homepod-or-homepod-mini/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-reset-homepod-or-homepod-mini/#respond Wed, 08 Feb 2023 16:52:32 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119927 With a world full of so many different smart speakers, it can be very overwhelming to try and figure out which speaker is right for you. But if you’re entrenched in the Apple ecosystem, it doesn’t get much better than Apple’s own HomePod or HomePod Mini. But what if you are running into issues with […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-reset-homepod-or-homepod-mini/feed/ 0 HomePod 2 Review Roundup: You Won’t Want Just One https://appletoolbox.com/homepod-2-review-roundup-you-wont-want-just-one/ https://appletoolbox.com/homepod-2-review-roundup-you-wont-want-just-one/#respond Wed, 01 Feb 2023 18:44:10 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119836 Midway through January 2023, Apple surprised everyone by announcing a brand new HomePod. No, this isn’t a successor to the HomePod mini from 2020, but is actually a true successor to the original HomePod which was released back in 2018. To many, this announcement came with little fanfare considering that Apple decided to make its […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/homepod-2-review-roundup-you-wont-want-just-one/feed/ 0 How to Use Temperature Sensor in HomePod Mini https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-temperature-sensor-in-homepod-mini/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-temperature-sensor-in-homepod-mini/#respond Sun, 29 Jan 2023 16:42:16 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119627 The HomePod Mini was first released way back in 2020 and has become a staple for those in the Apple ecosystem who want a Siri-powered smart speaker. However, following the announcement of the 2nd Generation HomePod, Apple has unlocked the ability to use temperature sensor in HomePod Mini. Related Reading Apple Brings Back the HomePod […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-temperature-sensor-in-homepod-mini/feed/ 0 Can’t Set Up HomePod? How-to Fix https://appletoolbox.com/cant-set-up-homepod-how-to-fix/ https://appletoolbox.com/cant-set-up-homepod-how-to-fix/#respond Thu, 26 Jan 2023 18:00:49 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119667 Apple has been putting in quite of bit of work in order to keep our devices as protected as possible. This is evidenced by features such as iCloud+ with Private Relay, along with Advanced Data Protection. The latter was introduced with the release of iOS 16.3, and offers end-to-end encryption for a wide variety of […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/cant-set-up-homepod-how-to-fix/feed/ 0 Apple’s 2023 Roadmap: What to Expect https://appletoolbox.com/apples-2023-roadmap-what-to-expect/ https://appletoolbox.com/apples-2023-roadmap-what-to-expect/#respond Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:29:35 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119350 Every new calendar year brings about excitement for Apple enthusiasts as we ponder what new changes might come about throughout the year. Apple’s one constant is that it always strives to produce new devices, content, and services every year. Apple’s 2023 roadmap seems pretty similar to what we’ve seen previously, although the company is presumably […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/apples-2023-roadmap-what-to-expect/feed/ 0 Is Apple Working On A HomePod Smart Display? https://appletoolbox.com/is-apple-working-on-a-homepod-smart-display/ https://appletoolbox.com/is-apple-working-on-a-homepod-smart-display/#respond Mon, 23 Jan 2023 17:00:21 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119614 If you were to ask me whether Apple is working on a smart display above a month or two ago, I would probably say that it’ll show up sometime in the next three years. But following the introduction of the 2nd Generation HomePod, combined with the ever-rising popularity of smart displays, anything is possible. Related […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/is-apple-working-on-a-homepod-smart-display/feed/ 0 Apple Brings Back the HomePod with Updated Internals For $299 https://appletoolbox.com/apple-brings-back-the-homepod-with-updated-internals-for-299/ https://appletoolbox.com/apple-brings-back-the-homepod-with-updated-internals-for-299/#respond Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:49:39 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119545 It’s been almost six years since the Apple HomePod made waves in the smart speaker space, and almost two years since the original HomePod was discontinued. Since then, Apple pivoted to its primary smart speaker efforts on the HomePod Mini, which is much more affordable and is quite impressive for such a small speaker. Related […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/apple-brings-back-the-homepod-with-updated-internals-for-299/feed/ 0 “It looks like you haven’t set up any HomeKit accessories.” How To Fix https://appletoolbox.com/it-looks-like-you-havent-set-up-any-homekit-accessories-how-to-fix/ https://appletoolbox.com/it-looks-like-you-havent-set-up-any-homekit-accessories-how-to-fix/#respond Mon, 16 Jan 2023 21:23:24 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=119409 When it comes to the world of smart home devices and accessories, there are plenty of great options out there. But if you’re in the Apple ecosystem, you’ll need to make sure that those are compatible with Apple HomeKit. This is a different standard that relies on either the HomePod or the Apple TV as […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/it-looks-like-you-havent-set-up-any-homekit-accessories-how-to-fix/feed/ 0 Where Is Apple Rolling Its HomePod Mini Out To Next? https://appletoolbox.com/where-is-apple-rolling-its-homepod-mini-out-to-next/ https://appletoolbox.com/where-is-apple-rolling-its-homepod-mini-out-to-next/#respond Fri, 09 Dec 2022 21:00:07 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=118288 The HomePod Mini recently celebrated its second year on the market, and it’s already available in multiple countries – including the US, Switzerland, and Japan. Now, however, Apple is rolling out these smart speakers to new markets. Related Reading: The Apple HomePod Mini: A Review How to Use the HomePod Mini as a Bluetooth Speaker […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/5-apple-products-that-need-an-update/feed/ 0 The Best Gifts for iPhone Users https://appletoolbox.com/the-best-gifts-for-iphone-users/ https://appletoolbox.com/the-best-gifts-for-iphone-users/#respond Fri, 25 Nov 2022 21:00:12 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=117951 As the holiday season approaches (and Black Friday affecting our purchasing decisions), it’s time to prepare gifts for our loved ones. And what better way to celebrate the season of giving than with a few Apple products and accessories that will have them feeling extremely grateful? You might feel a little bit overwhelmed with all […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/the-best-gifts-for-iphone-users/feed/ 0 9 Most Essential Apple Accessories https://appletoolbox.com/9-most-essential-apple-accessories/ https://appletoolbox.com/9-most-essential-apple-accessories/#respond Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:10:47 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=117799 Apple products are excellent on their own, but sometimes accessories can completely change how you use your devices. An artist might not realize how much they can enhance their work with an Apple Pen and a Magic TrackPad, or an avid writer might be able to streamline their process by using a Magic Keyboard. Accessories […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/9-most-essential-apple-accessories/feed/ 0 How to Use the HomePod Mini as a Bluetooth Speaker https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-the-homepod-mini-as-a-bluetooth-speaker/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-the-homepod-mini-as-a-bluetooth-speaker/#comments Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:00:06 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=116037 The HomePod Mini is an underrated product by Apple that seeks to help Apple enthusiasts link their devices together for seamless capabilities. If you already have a host of Apple devices ready, then using the HomePod Mini should be a breeze — just switch a few settings, and you’re good to use the HomePod Mini […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-use-the-homepod-mini-as-a-bluetooth-speaker/feed/ 1 What to Expect From Apple’s Next HomePod https://appletoolbox.com/what-to-expect-from-apples-next-homepod/ https://appletoolbox.com/what-to-expect-from-apples-next-homepod/#respond Thu, 01 Sep 2022 20:43:17 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=115933 It’s been more than five years since the original Apple HomePod was announced, as Apple debuted the smart speaker back at WWDC 2017. The HomePod was subsequently released in February of 2018, operating as Apple’s first (and only) smart speaker for years. Then, the HomePod Mini was announced, bringing a more affordable smart speaker to […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/what-to-expect-from-apples-next-homepod/feed/ 0 How To Install Developer Beta on HomePod Mini https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-install-developer-beta-on-homepod-mini/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-install-developer-beta-on-homepod-mini/#respond Fri, 20 May 2022 12:00:38 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=114569 Apple has been on a tear over the course of 2021 and now into 2022 as we’re seeing regular updates roll out on an almost weekly basis. Most recently, Apple released the final version of iOS 15.5, only to immediately release the first Developer Beta of iOS 15.6. It seems that the bugs that plagued […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-install-developer-beta-on-homepod-mini/feed/ 0 How to Pair Homepod or Homepod Mini With Apple TV https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-pair-homepod-or-homepod-mini-with-apple-tv/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-pair-homepod-or-homepod-mini-with-apple-tv/#respond Wed, 26 Jan 2022 18:34:52 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=112567 Even with the original HomePod no longer available for purchase, there are many of us who still have one hanging around or have switched over to using the HomePod Mini. With the Apple TV acting as your media consumption hub, you might want to pair the Apple TV with a HomePod to create a much […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-pair-homepod-or-homepod-mini-with-apple-tv/feed/ 0 How To Set Up and Use Your HomePod as an Intercom https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-set-up-and-use-your-homepod-as-an-intercom/ https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-set-up-and-use-your-homepod-as-an-intercom/#respond Fri, 14 Jan 2022 19:57:36 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=112412 Despite being the first to provide a digital assistant on a smartphone, Apple has been a bit behind when it comes to releasing a Siri-powered smart speaker. A few years ago, the original HomePod was introduced, and that remained the company’s only smart speaker offering until the HomePod Mini was released. Now, the HomePod has […]

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]]> https://appletoolbox.com/how-to-set-up-and-use-your-homepod-as-an-intercom/feed/ 0 Fix: Personal Requests Not Working on HomePod https://appletoolbox.com/fix-personal-requests-not-working-homepod/ https://appletoolbox.com/fix-personal-requests-not-working-homepod/#comments Fri, 05 Nov 2021 11:30:49 +0000 https://appletoolbox.com/?p=111443 Your HomePod may sometimes fail to take personal requests. When you try to do a personal request, Siri may ask you to turn on Location Sharing or associate your iOS device with your HomePod. The virtual assistant may sometimes fail to recognize your voice and keep on asking who’s talking. Follow the troubleshooting steps below […]

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