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How to schedule Apple HomePod bedtime story

January 14, 2024

Discover a step-by-step guide to scheduling bedtime stories with your Apple HomePod and create a magical bedtime routine for your little ones.

How to schedule Apple HomePod bedtime story

 

Getting Started with Apple HomePod Bedtime Story Scheduling

 

  • Ensure that you have a compatible device with the Apple Home app installed, such as an iPhone or iPad, to set up and control your HomePod.
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  • Make sure your HomePod is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple device for seamless communication and control.

 

Create an Automation with the Home App

 

  • Open the Home app on your Apple device. Find and tap the "Automation" tab at the bottom of the screen.
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  • Tap the '+' symbol in the upper right corner to create a new automation.
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  • Select "A Time of Day Occurs" as the trigger for your automation to make the HomePod play a bedtime story at a specific time.

 

Configure the Timing

 

  • Choose your preferred time by scrolling through the hour and minute options. Set the time you want the story to begin every night.
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  • Select the repeat frequency, choosing from options like daily, weekdays, or specific days of the week, depending on how often you want the bedtime story to play.

 

Add the HomePod as the Accessory

 

  • Continue by adding HomePod as the speaker that will play the story. Browse through available devices and select your HomePod.
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  • Choose the HomePod action. Since we're playing a story, opt for the "Play Audio" option.

 

Set the Audio Source

 

  • Select the audio to play from the list of your Apple Music Library, podcast subscriptions, or any 'recently played' audio content.
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  • Make sure that the selected audio is a suitable bedtime story or relaxing content for the kids to enjoy.

 

Test the Automation

 

  • After setting up, you should test the automation to ensure it works as expected. You can do this by temporarily changing the scheduled time to a near future time or directly using the test feature in the Home app.
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  • Observe the HomePod at the test time to confirm it starts playing the chosen story automatically.

 

Troubleshooting Common Issues

 

  • If the story doesn't play at the scheduled time, verify that the HomePod and your Apple device are both on the same Wi-Fi network.
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  • Restart your HomePod or your Apple device, as a simple reboot can often resolve connectivity or synchronization problems.
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  • Check that all software updates are installed both on the HomePod and your Apple device as running outdated versions could lead to compatibility issues.

 

Adjusting Volume and Sounds

 

  • If the story plays but at an undesired volume, adjust the volume directly in the Home app by selecting the HomePod and using the volume slider.
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  • Consider creating an additional automation that changes the volume based on time, such as softly lowering as sleep progresses.

 

Enhancing the Experience

 

  • Explore different stories with the family and add new ones to your library regularly to keep the bedtime routine exciting.
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  • Set up a second automation to turn off other lights and sounds at bedtime, creating a tranquil environment for the storytime.

 

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