HomePod Popping noise after 13.4 update

Somewhere somehow my home data was corrupted. By adding a new home I was able to add the “broken” HomePod. Even get it to update to 13.4.6

Exact same issue here.

I have 3 HomePods. 2 still work OK, one that is standalone, and the right one of the stereo pair.

After updating to 13.4, the one that was the left one, and the one answering to voice commands, now pops every hour or so.

I ungrouped the stereo pair, reset the HomePod twice (once via the Home app, once with AppleCare by tapping the HomePod for a while after unplugging-replugging it).

In a way, glad to know I am not alone.

Do you know the best way to make Apple aware of the issue?

Mine started doing this very same thing today. Not sure when 13.4 was installed. Tried unplugging/resetting it, resetting it in the home app, removed and reconnected it from network. No change. Pops. Shuts down. Second HomePod in another room also has the update but haven’t seen this behavior...yet.

Update: It's dead. After only 14 months, it croaked. Just outside Apple's one year warranty. Fortunately, I purchased through Costco who automatically extends the warranty an extra year. Returned it. They had a nice sale on a pair of Sonos One SL's that I have enjoyed very much. Sonos now works with AirPlay 2 so... it is a viable option.

Same thing happened to me when I spoke to Support around April or May.

The tech support person I spoke to seemed to not be familiar with the issues. We reinstalled the firmware while on the phone. He then instructed that I mail the HomePod to them if the popping noise continues.

Mine also repeatedly popped and eventually it just end up in the flashing plus and minus volume control symbols on top. Attempted reset over the phone with apple support, which made it past the 3 beeps and then failed. Essentially bricked now. It won't run, won't reset, and won't pair. They also said I could have it serviced for $279, but you can buy a new one for $220 now. 20 months old. Frustrating to say the least.

Do you by chance have, "sound when using Siri" turned on?

Same Issue, no help from apple. In fact I was treated very poorly in the store by one of there reps (for what it's worth), I will say that is uncommon but very disheartening non the less. Im sure you have tried everything I'v tried (hard reset, power cycle and recalibration). Does your device have rattle like something is loose inside? Does it Pop even when no music is playing?

To have it fixed is going to cost you basically the same price as a buying a new one. If you figure out a solution please let the community know I have found that there are a lot of us that have the same issues.

My experience with HomePod is souring me on apple as a company and Im as fanboy as they get.

Oh, if you are still within you 1 year from the purchase date, Id try to just return it for a new one, if you wait, it is my understanding there is nothing they will do for you. Truly sorry, it sucks to flush $300+.

Yep. Just talked to Apple advisor on the phone. My HomePod is 16 months old. Now it’s junk. No way I’m paying to get it fixed. No way I will ever buy another one, either. Mine started when it updated a week and a half ago. When it pops while music is playing, it also disconnects from my phone. But it also pops if it’s in idle. About every 10-20 minutes.

Solution found! For me anyways. I recently replaced my iPhone 6 Plus with an 8plus. No more popping! So maybe it’s because of iPhone 6 being outdated? Anyways, you would think Apple would know if there was an issue regarding this. Support never addressed this the 3 times I contacted them.

Mine too! (Sorry, just had to add that). I just started noticing one HomePod popping a couple weeks ago - Probably about the time mine updated to 13.4.8. You mentioned your software version was 13.4. Has updating to 13.4.8 helped, or no change?

Talked to Apple support, and although very personable, they acted as if they had never heard of an issue. They recommend that I send it in for service (at $279).

Add me into the "it happened to me too" crowd. 1 of mine has this exact behavior, the rest came through the update fine. New ones are on sale for ~$200 vs how much to repair? This was fine before the software update. Now I don't know what to do.

I tried that but had a hard time. What exactly are the steps to add a new home? I have recently decided to abandon apple’s overpriced junk. I bought a Sony XB41 wireless Bluetooth waterproof speaker. I didn’t buy the HomePod for Siri anyway. The Sony gives me the versatility to take it outdoors and enjoy nice music with a lot of bass. Plus a light show. Target had it recently for $150. Who needs the HomePod?

Mine especially cracks and rattles when using Spotify. Less with music.

Update.

Cancel that. I had it unplugged for a few weeks. Got an 8plus iPhone. Plugged in the HomePod and it worked for 3 days, then the popping and disconnecting started again