Do you know what to ask?
To take advantage of these smarts, you oughta know the right commands.
Start each command listed here by saying, “Hey Siri.”
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you’re free to’t change this setting without setting up HomePod with a new iPhone.
HomePod Music Skills
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Along with playing music, the HomePod can control playlists and pull songs from Apple’s extensive digital catalog.
you might play songs from your library or discover new tunes using these voice commands with your smart speaker.
These commands controlApple Musiconly.
To use streaming music services like Spotify,use AirPlay.
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If you have a backlog of podcasts to listen to, it can help you control those, too.
These commands control the Apple Podcasts app only.
If you prefer another podcast app, you better use AirPlay.
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Use these commands to get around Beats 1 using your voice and a HomePod speaker.
This functionality includes sending, receiving, and listening to texts you receive through the Messages app.
These commands work only with AppleHomeKit-compatible smart-home devices.
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Use these commands to perform a variety of time-based tasks.
it’s possible for you to use the Home app to manage multiple timers on your HomePod.
HomePod Weather Skills
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Use these HomePod skills to prepare for your day.
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Siri can deliver current weather conditions as well as the forecast.
If you’re planning a trip, the HomePod can also tell you what to expect at your destination.
HomePod Information Skills
The HomePod can do hundreds of more tasks, just like Siri can.
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Do you oughta know how many inches are in 100 centimeters?
Do you want a traffic report?
Are you looking for a restaurant or movie time?
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Ask your HomePod, and Siri tells you.
Here are some of the other skills it’s possible for you to access through your smart speaker.
Just say:
