iOS Today 712

In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive deep into the world of HomePod and HomePod mini, revealing a treasure trove of tips and tricks. From setting alarms and using intercom features to leveraging built-in sensors and personal requests, the duo explores the full potential of Apple's smart speakers. The episode concludes with a Shortcuts Corner segment, addressing a viewer's question about customizing shortcut menu appearances.

HomePod Tips and Tricks:

• Setting alarms: Using voice commands or the Home app to set and manage alarms on HomePod
• Shazam integration: HomePod can identify songs playing nearby, though it doesn't save the results
• Temperature and humidity sensors: Newer HomePods can measure room conditions
• Intercom feature: Send voice messages to specific rooms or the entire house
• Ambient sounds: Apple's remastered soundscapes for relaxation and focus
• Personal requests: Access messages, reminders, calendars, and more through voice commands
• "What's my update?" feature: Get a personalized morning briefing including weather, reminders, and news
• Troubleshooting: Rosemary shares her experience with Siri weather responses and offers tips for resolving issues

Feedback:

• A listener wants to know how to omit BBEdit from constantly showing up as a "Recent" file

Shortcuts Corner:

• Custom menu images: A viewer asks how to add custom images to shortcut menus

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• Tech: HomePod Tips
• Transcripts: iOS Today 712 Transcript

Links

• HomePod User Guide – Apple Support (UK)
• HomePod Alarm
• Identify a song using Shazam on HomePod or HomePod mini
• Check the temperature and humidity of a room
• Use HomePod as an Intercom
• Get alerts for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Listen to Remastered Soundscapes on HomePod
• Make Personal Requests on HomePod
• SOLUTION: HomePod & iPhone - Siri: "S… - Apple Community
• BBEdit User Manual
• [Tip] vCard menu guide