A few days ago, Apple officially launched both the final version of iOS 15.5 and the first beta version of iOS 15.6. This means that we will have at least one more update before the first iOS 16 betas are released on June 6th. Along with iOS 15.5, watchOS 8.6, tvOS 15.5, and macOS 12.4 were also released. Of course, the HomePod and HomePod mini have also received updates, but they do so through the Home app on our iDevice. However, Apple has released a software update for HomePod and HomePod mini, version 15.5.1, which fixes a common bug among users. in the latest update.
Version 15.5.1 is now available for HomePod and HomePod mini
Software version 15.5.1 fixes an issue that prevented music from playing after a short time.
A few hours ago, Apple launched version 15.5.1 for HomePod and HomePod mini without anyone expecting it. According to the official notes, this update fixes an issue that prevented music from playing after a short time. Some users have already reported this issue to the company through official blogs and Reddit threads and they already have a solution.
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Normally, the HomePod software updates automatically via the iPhone, but you can force the update like this:
- Log in to the Home app
- Click on the house icon at the top left
- If more than one home network is configured, select the one you want to check for update
- Click Software Updates
- If it’s been updated, you should see “Your HomePod is up to date” with version 15.5.1.
- Alternatively, you can select the “Update automatically” option so that all versions are installed as soon as they are available. To install them, if you have not activated this option, click on ‘Install’.
