How to Turn Off HomePod’s Siri Light

Jeff Gamet

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HomePod Siri light
Don't like HomePod's Siri light? You can turn it off

Every time you say “Hey Siri” the light on top of your HomePod starts pulsing. If that light is annoying you can turn it off. Read on to learn how.

HomePod Siri light
Don’t like HomePod’s Siri light? You can turn it off

To turn off the Siri indicator light on your HomePod, do this:

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  • Launch the Home app on your iPhone or iPad
  • Press and hold the HomePod tile
  • Tap Details
  • Turn off Light When Using Siri
  • Tap Done
Home app settings for turning off HomePod Siri light
Use the Home app to turn off HomePod’s Siri light

Siri will still respond when you say “Hey Siri,” but now your HomePod will stay dark; no pulsing cloudy light for you.

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  1. jackpeterson Subscriber 8 years ago

    This is a really cool tip.

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