Homepod mini plays music by itself

I have a pair of HomePod 2 speakers connected to an Apple TV 4K. Everything was working normally until one day I noticed that music would start playing randomly in the middle of the night, with no apparent pattern. Even after changing the settings to require a 4-second press for activation, the issue persisted, though less frequently.

When I had some free time, I reset the HomePods and tested them individually without connecting them to the Apple TV. I discovered that one of the HomePods had an abnormal touch panel that would automatically register multiple touches. Sometimes, when rebooting after changing settings, it would automatically enter reset mode (as if the touch panel was being pressed during startup).

I eventually opened up the problematic HomePod and disconnected the touch panel's ribbon cable (the display and touch functions are separate). After this, everything worked normally. So, if you find that your settings are reset after a reboot, accompanied by three beeps, it's likely a touch panel issue. Since the touch panel isn't essential, you can simply disconnect it.

Based on current testing results, the issue is with the upper touch module. This problem can occur in both HomePod 2 and HomePod mini. To identify the problematic unit, you need to ungroup the speakers and use them individually. Once you've identified which one is malfunctioning, you can open it up and remove the touch control ribbon cable. This resolves the issue, although you won't be able to use the top touch controls manually anymore. However, Siri and the display will still function normally.

I am having the same issue. Apple customer support told me it’s a software issue. The other problem I am having it raises volume up to full on its own. This is very frustrating. I have all apple products iPad iPhone applets mini Mac and home pod mini. I liked it because they all work together.until now.

I have the same issue. Started last night--woke me up! Had to unplug for it to stop. Resetting to factory did not stop the issue.

I reset mine to factory settings and it is still happening.

Do you have other devices or people in your home that would be able to connect to your HomePod and play music? If so, you may want to use the steps in the section "Require a password to play audio on HomePod" from the article here: Play audio on HomePod using an iOS or iPadOS device - Apple Support

Also, in the article the section "Allow others to control audio on HomePod" mentions the following:

"Allow others to control audio on HomePod

1. In the Home app on your iOS or iPadOS device, tap , then tap Home Settings.
2. Note: If you have more than one home, you see settings for your current home (based on your location). To edit a different home, tap Homes, then tap the home you want to edit.
3. Tap Allow Speaker & TV Access and choose one of the following options:

• • Everyone: Gives access to everyone nearby.
  • Anyone On the Same Network: Gives access to those connected to your Wi-Fi network.
  • Only People Sharing This Home: Gives access to those you’ve invited to share your home (in the Home app) and who are connected to your Wi-Fi network."

Using these steps you'll want to check your current sharing options. If the issue continues, test a normal restart of your HomePod using the section "Restart HomePod" here: Change HomePod settings

Sad and annoying as it is, the story created a smile on my face anyway. It is just unbelievable. I have similar issues, hence the query on this platform. The way you described it made it sound hilarious, no offense meant.

The factory default is for the HomePod to listen for

Siri

Or

Hey Siri

Sometimes the HomePod mini thinks it hears ‘Siri’. When there is no response, it will choose something to play in its own.

You need to set the HomePod mini to listen for only ‘Hey Siri

Go into the settings

Go to ‘Listen for Siri’

You will see 2 options

1. ‘Hey Siri’ or ‘Siri’

2 ‘Hey Siri’

Choose the second option

‘Hey Siri’

Update: I contacted Apple support. They were very receptive to my issue and replaced the HomePod Mini. I am happy to be proof that Apple stands by its products and offers great customer service. (I do not work for the company!!)

HomePod mini in the bedroom woke up my wife twice recently by randomly playing loud music in the middle of the night. This really isn’t funny because she has sleeping issues (insomnia) in general.

Until and even if they can fix these issues, Apple should simply implement a “quiet” time setting on HomePods, so you can set them to not make any noise (even Siri answering) between certain times.

I have 2 HomePod second generation and…both Apple HomePods are Garbage after software 17.5, ( OUT OF WARRANTY)…..Apple music turn by itself, siri same way, Touch Bar not working or not responding at the touch in both speakers … calling Apple support, they have the same answer for me, I have to pay $ 240 dls for a replacement, when I get a new ones for 290, I think they should be responsible for replacing or fixing the HomePod if the problem results after the software update in both speakers at the same time ( bricked the HomePods )….

Same thing happened with Homepod2 pair. Drove me nuts!

Resetting to factory settings solved it.

Reset HomePod - Apple Support

Have you still had this issue? I just experienced this same problem with our HomePod. We have no automations, access to play speakers or tv is set to only my partner and myself since we are the only ones connected to the network.

it was spooky to say the least.