Everyone is a DJ, Apple re-invites to test SharePlay function for HomePod / Apple TV

According to news on June 15, Apple has reintroduced the SharePlay function for Apple Music on HomePod, HomePod mini, and Apple TV in iOS 18 and tvOS 18 systems.

The feature first appeared in beta versions of iOS 17.4 and tvOS 17.4 earlier this year, but Apple removed it after the official version was released. With the user's permission, others can control Apple Music playback on HomePod or Apple TV through SharePlay, regardless of whether they subscribe to the Apple Music service, and the user can decide whether to approve or deny each request. It was reported in June last year that Apple had launched a similar function for CarPlay last year, and passengers in the car could control music playback through SharePlay with permission.

HomePod

When playing a song in the Apple Music App on iPhone, tap the SharePlay icon at the bottom of the screen, and a QR code will pop up. Others can scan the QR code with the camera of their iPhone or Android smartphone. , requesting access to music playback controls.

Apple TV

After the tvOS 18 update, the Music app on Apple TV can also display a QR code on the TV that guests can scan to request access to music controls. Extending this feature to Apple TV and HomePod is great for family gatherings, allowing everyone to become a DJ.

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