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Creating an automation to start a playlist on HomePod when I'm home?

How can I create an automation or shortcut in Apple so that my HomePod Mini wakes me up every morning at 6 a.m., playing a certain playlist, but always when I'm home?


I have done the setup directly on HOME but it does not have the option to check location, so I believe this has to be done in Shortcuts.


I tried with some prompt on ChatGPT but the instructions did not match the options in the App.


Anyone being an expert in Shortcut to help me out to set it up? Thanks!



HomePod mini, 18

Posted on Apr 2, 2025 3:10 PM

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Apr 2, 2025 9:56 PM in response to rodrigorojas

Using add Automation from the Home App , there should be these options. Location services need to be on in the iPhone and in the Home App - Home tab - Home settings. I’m using my iPad here, you get to home settings from the three dots at the top of the screen. I’m sorry I can’t instruct for shortcuts as I don’t use them but you should be able to . The ChatGPT might have some info incorrect.



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Creating an automation to start a playlist on HomePod when I'm home?

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