How to fix persistent ghost touch issue on HomePod?

Just wondering, are there still any fixes for ghost touch on the homepod? I have one that is experiencing since last time, then i switched it off for few months and recently tried again by updating to the latest version. Was ok so far until it came back again.


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Original Title: Home pod ghost touch

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Posted on Aug 24, 2026 7:06 AM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2026 4:24 PM

It seems to be an issue inherent with the Gen 2 HomePods. Their touch panels go bad and then the Ghost Touches issue appears.


There is a guy in WA State in the US who is a master at fixing HomePods. His name is Nic. Do a search. The last time I linked to him the moderators removed my comment.


He can replace the touch panel. He charges $100 plus shipping both directions. But that's cheaper than a brand new HomePod. While he's at it he also does a major dust clean out for you.


He's repaired both of my OG HomePods that had different issues.


There is a company called Pirateship Shipping where you can buy discounted shipping labels.

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Aug 31, 2026 4:24 PM in response to jarylchan

It seems to be an issue inherent with the Gen 2 HomePods. Their touch panels go bad and then the Ghost Touches issue appears.


There is a guy in WA State in the US who is a master at fixing HomePods. His name is Nic. Do a search. The last time I linked to him the moderators removed my comment.


He can replace the touch panel. He charges $100 plus shipping both directions. But that's cheaper than a brand new HomePod. While he's at it he also does a major dust clean out for you.


He's repaired both of my OG HomePods that had different issues.


There is a company called Pirateship Shipping where you can buy discounted shipping labels.

How to fix persistent ghost touch issue on HomePod?

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