] The company with the bitten apple has launched a new update for iPhone and HomePod mini that squeezes more of the U1 chip , which implies more possibilities in terms of audio transfers. We are facing the update of iOS 14.4 . If you already have it, let’s see how to use Handoff between iPhone and HomePod :
Use Handoff between iPhone and HomePod
With this update we have more options than ever. One of them is Handoff, which allows you to work on one device and continue on the other . For example, from the iPhone to the Mac. Which is ideal if you run out of battery or simply for convenience.
But in the case of the HomePod, it is a useful feature because it allows you to pass the audio from the iPhone to the HomePod and also the other way around. This is ideal for better control of playback, visually and more comfortably.
How can you enjoy it?
U1 chip
First of all you need a device with the U1 chip . It is something that we find in the following:
Compatible Devices
- HomePod mini
- All iPhones since 11 (except SE 2020): iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max and 12 Mini
Update to IOS 14.4 on iPhone and HomePod
It is also important to update to iOS 14.4 .
In the case of the HomePod, the same. Not sure if you have this update? In that case you can see it from the settings, in the Home app.
You bring it closer and you’re done!
If you have all this OK, the Handoff will always be available . If you have the HomePod near the iPhone, you will see a banner appear that tells you if you want to transfer the audio from one device to the other . If nothing sounds, you can see suggestions …
You just have to do this and voila. Just zoom in to handle the playback of what you are listening to.
It is something really comfortable for everything, it is for working and now it is also comfortable for controlling playback. Something the original HomePod doesn’t allow.
