Why isn’t my HomePod connecting to my phone
it won’t show up as a device so I can connect
iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 16
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Hi Petertovar20,
It sounds like you need help setting up your HomePod with your iPhone. You started from a great resource: Set up HomePod or HomePod mini
For help with getting connected first make sure the requirements listed below and found in the article here are met: If you can't set up HomePod or HomePod mini - Apple Support
"Review setup requirements
- You need an iPhone or iPad to set up HomePod. You can't set up HomePod with a Mac.
- Update your iPhone or iPad. You need an iPhone with iOS 16.3 or later, or an iPad with iPadOS 16.3 or later to set up HomePod (2nd generation).
- HomePod uses the Wi-Fi network* that your iPhone or iPad is connected to. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi and check that your iPhone or iPad is connected to Wi-Fi. Personal hotspots are not recommended."
If the requirements are met, continue with the additional steps and recommendations in the same article. Reach out to Apple Support directly if you continue to have an issue. Get connected to them using the link here: Get Support
Cheers.