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When I broadcast music from my iPhone to my HomePod, the HomePod often takes over the playlist, meaning I can't control it from my phone anymore. I have to use the Home app, which is annoying and less useful. I've turned Handoff off, so that's not it. How can I stop this?
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You can control the HomePod queue in Music without using the Home app. Tap the AirPlay button, choose Control Other Speakers & TVs, then select the HomePod to see what it is playing. To start a separate session from the phone, switch back to iPhone in that menu before choosing the HomePod as the AirPlay destination.
You can control the HomePod queue in Music without using the Home app. Tap the AirPlay button, choose Control Other Speakers & TVs, then select the HomePod to see what it is playing. To start a separate session from the phone, switch back to iPhone in that menu before choosing the HomePod as the AirPlay destination.
How can I stop the HomePod from taking over my playlist from my iPhone?
