How to Connect Spotify to HomePod
Apple’s HomePod is a smart speaker that is popular for its convenience and exceptional sound quality. While it works seamlessly with Apple Music, what most people don’t know is that you can also listen to Spotify on HomePod.
HomePod has plenty of native music streaming services, but Spotify is not on the list. Moreover, Spotify has not shown any interest in developing a native app for HomePod. It could be that it already has a native Apple Music app.
However, that does not mean that you cannot stream Spotify on your HomePod. Luckily, there are a few ways you can do that.
How to Connect Spotify to HomePod Through an iPhone
While there is no native Spotify app for HomePod, you can still stream Spotify music on HomePod using AirPlay on your iPhone.
To do that you first need to make sure your HomePod and iPhone/ iPad are connected to the same internet connection. Follow these steps:
- Open the Spotify app.
- Start playing your favorite music.
- Tap the speaker icon below the heart icon.
- Select AirPlay or Bluetooth.
- Choose your HomePod speaker and enjoy.
As there is no native Spotify app for HomePod, you won’t be able to access the full voice command features. However, you can still use basic features like play/ pause or skip tracks using Siri.
How to Listen to Spotify on HomePod Through Mac
You can also connect Spotify to your HomePod using a Mac. Spotify itself does not offer AirPlay support on desktops, but Mac does. You can send your MacBook audio to the speakers.
Here’s how to do it:
- On the top right-hand corner of the screen, click the Control Center.
- Enable the AirPlay option.
- From the list of devices, choose your HomePod.
- Now play any Spotify playlist you want on your Mac, and you will hear the sound from the HomePod.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why won’t Spotify connect to my HomePod?
If you are facing issues, make sure both devices are connected to the same network. Your HomePod needs to be connected to the same network as your iPhone/ iPad with Spotify.
How do I ask HomePod to play music on Spotify?
While you cannot directly ask Siri on the HomePod to play Spotify, you can control the music once you connect Spotify to the HomePod using AirPlay.
Does Spotify work with HomePod mini?
Many users buy a HomePod mini for Apple Music only, however, it also works with Spotify. If you are a Spotify user, you can AirPlay your favorite music or podcast on HomePod mini.
Conclusion
Now you know how to connect Spotify to HomePod. While some Apple users are still waiting for the launch of the native Spotify HomePod app, you can still enjoy Spotify songs using the AirPlay feature.
This allows you to enjoy high-quality sound on your HomePod while still having access to your Spotify library. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can seamlessly connect Spotify to your HomePod and enjoy your music collection to the fullest.
