Apple Releases HomePod Software Update With Support for Multiple Timers, Telephony, More

Apple has released an update to its HomePod software that brings support for multiple timers, making calls, searching music by lyrics, and more.

iOS 12 includes HomePod support for multiple named timers, telephony, music search by lyrics, Find My iPhone, Calendar support for additional languages, and Siri shortcuts. Search by lyrics is only available in English in the US, UK, Australia and Canada.

What's New:
iOS 12 includes support for multiple timers, music search by lyrics, telephony and Find My iPhone.
● Conveniently search for a song using the lyrics if you can't remember the title (English only)
● Create multiple named timers
● Make and receive phone calls directly on HomePod, or simply ask Siri who is calling
● Similar to Apple Watch, Find My iPhone on HomePod allows you to quickly locate any of your iOS or macOS devices with an audible ping
● Calendar support to include all languages
● View the network name in Settings


You can find instructions on how to update your HomePod's software here.

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