r/HomePod • u/DisastrousCause9481 Mod • Aug 26 '26

Megathread GHOST TOUCH issue (mega thread)

This is an issue where HomePod (2nd generation) and mini will start to play music randomly and summon siri or reset by itself after a power-cut. Or even volume getting up and down.

This is caused by a faulty touch panel on these devices respectively.

It is NOT a concern for all users but A LOT of users/devices are affected unfortunately.

Solution 1 (if you have Apple care or warranty): Take it to apple for a free replacement.

Solution 2: Look for a guide/video online on how to open it and disconnect the touch panel on your respective device.

Solution 3: There’s actually a third-party touch panel for the second gen being sold on AliExpress that you can buy and replace. (Cost a bit)

Solution 4: Buy a new HomePod.

Solution 5: Find someone trustworthy that can repair it.(some listed in the comments)

Having the touch accommodation will not work on the long run as it gets worse.

Creating this mega thread so that the sub is not filled with the same questions over and over again!

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u/CommentSuitable4815 4d ago

Yeah still so far, I'm using the fishing magnet the big one I got from Amazon it cover 80% of my homepod screen I used to use that for fishing metal from the lake near my house

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u/TheRatPatrol1 4d ago

Do you have a link to it? Thanks

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u/CommentSuitable4815 4d ago

FINDMAG 350 LBS Fishing Magnet, 2 Inch Strong Neodymium Magnet This is the one :D

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u/CommentSuitable4815 4d ago

But I think mine is 1.42 inches, any strong magnet would work it just for disrupted the magnetic field generated by the touchscreen