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How do I add a HomePod to the Home app after accidentally deleting it?

I deleted the HomePod from my home app. I would like to add it back but it does not seem to be added back the same way other home accessories are.

Posted on Feb 26, 2018 6:52 PM

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Posted on Feb 27, 2018 7:07 PM

Solution:


Unplug HomePod for ten seconds


Plug back in and as soon as you do press and hold top of HomePod


It will then start to spin red but keep holding until it is pulsing red then let go


It will begin to reboot itself


Once it is done set up just like you did when you first got it holding your phone nearby. Hitting setup and click through the actions.

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Feb 27, 2018 7:07 PM in response to remjob27

Solution:


Unplug HomePod for ten seconds


Plug back in and as soon as you do press and hold top of HomePod


It will then start to spin red but keep holding until it is pulsing red then let go


It will begin to reboot itself


Once it is done set up just like you did when you first got it holding your phone nearby. Hitting setup and click through the actions.

Feb 26, 2018 6:57 PM in response to remjob27

See if these instructions let you pair it again:


  1. Hold your iPhone or iPad close to your HomePod.
  2. Tap Set Up.
  3. Choose the HomeKit Room you want to use for HomePod (if you have one set up).
  4. Choose whether or not you want to enabled Personal Requests (allow Siri to read your Messages and access your Reminders and Notes whenever your iOS device is on the network.)
  5. Tap Agree to agree to the terms and conditions.

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