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About Minn-Tech

Minn-Tech (with a hyphen 🙂 ) was founded in Saint Paul, Minnesota and has been servicing the entire United States since 2024.  

Minn-Tech was founded as an ecommerce business by seasoned former corporate executives from Dow-30 companies to help young entrepreneurs and technicians in their journey to start and operate a business from start to finish. It has been very instrumental in helping them with defining and assessing value risk, technical risk, customer resource management, supply management, order management, website creation and marketing, in short, all aspects of business from A to Z.

We specialize in Original Apple HomePod repair DIY info, service, and sales of refurbished units. The problems with the Original HomePods are quite common and remedies often require cumbersome repair process. But once mastered, many of these HomePods that would otherwise go to e-waste purgatory is repaired with high-quality parts and workmanship and will serve their owners for a long time. We back our promise with a 1-year comprehensive warranty

Most common problems with these first generation original HomePods are detailed in our blogs, and some specific issues such as blinking volume buttons are detailed further. 

We are very proud of our unmatched customer experience. Every review that you find in our customer reviews are 100% real, unedited, and we post all reviews regardless of their flavor. 

We hope that you will help us in our quest to help entrepreneurs develop their skills while also ensuring that these otherwise great Apple Products do not go to e-waste and allow their owners to enjoy great quality sound for a long time. 

Company Founders

Dr. Fuat Aktan

Dr. Aktan has served in a Dow-Jones 30 company in multiple senior management and director roles over 16 years before venturing out on his own pursuits. He is an industrial engineer by training, and his career spans a wide gamut of business and technical roles including marketing management, laboratory management, vice-president, North America customer quality management, and business development manager. Minn-Tech is a project that Fuat initiated to help younger entrepreneurs develop confidence and skills to go out and pursue their own dreams.

Outstanding customer experience...

WC on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (March 25, 2026)

Grateful to have found the online post about this service. These guys are true professionals—proficient, communicative, and expeditious! My HomePod was back at my door less than a week after I shipped it for repair. Definitely would recommend.

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Nathan Mancine on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (January 31, 2026)

Such a great service they provide. Friendly and fast!!! So happy I found you! Thank you!!!

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Daniel Olaechea on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod "No-Bass" Repair Service (November 25, 2025)

They did a great job. Highly recommended for all HomePod lovers who love their sound and quality it pushes!

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Jeri Kerns on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (November 22, 2025)

Absolutely top-notch and more than required. And I also say brilliant, wizard, splendid, exceptional, outstanding, supreme, A1, and all the other superlatives.

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Andre on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (November 6, 2025)

The service was outstanding, and the organization was impeccable. The communication and transparency were top-notch. My HomePod was fixed and returned to me like new.

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Neal K Jain on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod "No-Bass" Repair Service (November 3, 2025)

They actually answer the phone and return phone messages. Their service is great – delivered as promised. I had the woofer replaced to address a capacitor noise that would sound every so often when the speakers weren't in use.

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Daniel Thom on HomePod Preventive Maintenance Service (November 1, 2025)

Recently had a HomePod repaired. This is my other HP for preventative service! I’m really pleased with the thorough service and full communication AND complete tracking all the way! The sound now has a much richer quality in all ranges but especially bass – most important to my musician ears! We’re very glad Minn-Tech is available!

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Nathan on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (September 29, 2025)

Super fast turnaround and my HomePod is working like new. Highly recommend this service

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Jarrell Phifer on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (September 3, 2025)

I have been holding on to my broken HomePod for over the past two years, in the hopes that a company like Minn-Tech would come around that could fix my blinking volume lights. I was so excited when I found Minn-Tech. The speed and efficiency of repairing my HomePod blow me away. I am extremely happy to say I am more then happy with their service and quality of work! A Big Thank You Minn-Tech!!!!!

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Frank C on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (August 29, 2025)

I really thought I had a boat anchor on my hands until I found their YouTube video! The service is top notch and better than many of big brand repair centers. My HomePod has been working great since it was returned… shipped FREE! I have two others a many minis in my house and will turn to Minn-Tech in the future!

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Jonathan Allain on Death Fart – Apple Original HomePod Repair Service (July 25, 2025)

All the 5 star reviews are for a reason. Minn-Tech provides a needed service for those that have various HomePod issues, and they do so with a very high level of prompt customer service that conveys a thorough knowledge of the technology, along with a personal approach that is rare in business these days. My original HomePod had the "Death Fart" issue along with clicking and popping noises. Not only did they fix these issues but they preemptively replaced a different part that is a known issue FOR FREE. No hard sell or upcharge, they just fixed it. I wish I had found Minn-Tech sooner, as I have been dealing with the issues for years. They also sell refurbished HomePods at very reasonable prices. Highly recommended.

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Jack Shaffer on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (July 19, 2025)

Cannot express how completely satisfied I am with the service on my dead, first generation HomePod! The local Apple repair shop wanted $300 to repair it, more than the cost of a new HomePod! I searched YouTube videos to perhaps repair it myself and found an instructional video showing the replacement of a diode. It was too much for me to take on, and over an hour and a half of work. So glad I found Minn-Tech. Not only did they replace the diode, they also replaced other components to ensure a long life. It sounds great again! Very reasonable price and quick turnaround. Don’t buy new, have Minn-Tech repair yours for less than a Homepod Mini and enjoy the HomePod’s full, rich sound!

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Becky on Death Fart – Apple Original HomePod Repair Service (July 13, 2025)

Mint tech has great customer service and really backs up their work. I highly recommend using them to fix your HomePods.

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Christian on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (May 12, 2025)

I was so excited to find this service. I am very thankful that someone is fixing HomePods. I have the first Gen HomePod they still sound amazing until a hardware failure cause a software update that rendered my HomePod inoperable. Fast, professional, and convenient. Works against perfectly thank you so much!

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martin edwards on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (April 14, 2025)

SEND YOUR HOMEPOD IN …YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED…. I was a little skeptical that my homepod could be fixed at first. Took the leap and sent it in to Minn-tech, they went above and beyond and fixed other items also at no extra charge. Sent the homepod back in a timely manner with the latest software update.. Works like a champ …

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Brad C on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (March 4, 2025)

Very fast turnaround, and they work like new again. It even looks like they cleaned the mesh while they had them apart! I was just about to recycle my dead HomePods, and i'm glad I did not! Highly recommend!

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Phillip ting on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (February 16, 2025)

Fast responses , Great communication.. really happy with the results

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V Winter on Death Fart – Apple Original HomePod Repair Service (January 12, 2025)

A great fix for my groaning HomePod 1! Even for a Canadian like me. All you need is access to an American mailbox 😁. No fool in’ around…these guys mean business😁

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Robert Brian Smith on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (November 18, 2024)

I recently had my HomePod repaired by Minn-Tech, and the experience was exceptional! The technician was friendly and provided clear communication throughout the process. My HomePod now works like new, and the turnaround time was surprisingly fast. I highly recommend their service to anyone needing reliable and professional HomePod speaker repairs! They exceeded my expectations!

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Jeff on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (November 4, 2024)

EXCELLENT, WOW, FANTASTIC WOULD DEFINITELY USE AGAIN!!! My son's first generation HomePod was dead. Apple wants $275 to fix, might as well buy a new one. Googled the symptoms, saw YouTube videos on how to fix, honestly I would never be able to put it back together on first try, not to mention buying the right tools. Googled repairs in my area (Chicago suburbs), nothing. Came across Minn-Tech, what a find. For $69 (including shipping both ways!), Minn-Tech fixed the no power issue and replaced four ceramic DC filter capacitors as a preventive measure at no additional charge! Sent the HomePod on Tuesday 10/29 and was just delivered today, Monday 11/4. Works perfectly. Couldn't ask for a better result. Thank you Minn-Tech!!! My family has 7 other first gen HomePods, needless to say I've booked marked Minn-Tech. THANK YOU!!!

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Dusty on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (October 9, 2024)

I was looking to sell my old home pod when I came across this repair shop. I was amazed at how fast they repaired it and sent it back to me. I highly recommend this company and would definitely use them again.

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Dan R on Death Fart – Apple Original HomePod Repair Service (September 21, 2024)

They brought my dead HomePod back to life!!! Everything was quick and easy.

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Don Kimmick on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (August 12, 2024)

Exceeded all my expectations. Very professional. Kept in the loop thru the entire process. They even did some preventive maintenance replacing some capacitors that were weak but not yet failing at no charge. The best customer experience I have had in years. The turn around time was quick as well.

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Joshua D on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (July 10, 2024)

Excellent communication and very fast turnaround. Service performed exactly as promised; HomePod is working once again and looks just as it did before repair. Great seller, smooth transaction. Thank you!

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Cara D on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (June 7, 2024)

Super quick turn around. Shipped same day. HomePod repaired and working like new. Communication was excellent.

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Jeffrey Alan Goldenberg on HomePod Spinning Light Endless Bootloops Repair Service​ (January 14, 2026)

My stereo pair of HomePods (1st Gen) died during an Apple update from the Home app. A lot of Googling gave me some ideas, but most said the cause was hopeless. I was able to get a factory reset on one of the pair, but not the other. So I just ordered a pair of 2nd Gen speakers, feeling kinda ripped off as I know the old pair wasn't damaged in any physical way. I kept the bad pod plugged in and kept trying to reset it. No luck. I took the good pod, put it in the laundry room and, happily, loved having good music in there. So much that I went to eBay to find a companion speaker of the 1st generation. Very high prices for used equipment, some that could possibly not work. But … here's the good part … my eBay search also included a posting about an inexpensive repair. I was intrigued, but cautious. Seemed to good to be true. I looked for the name of the company who listed it and that brought me here to the Minn-Tech site. I looked at all the possible problems that were repairable and found the exact diagnosis: Spinning Light Endless Bootloops. It felt great to have someone in the online space that felt my pain. And, a huge plus, it was something that Minn-Tech knew how to fix. So here I am. A happy customer. The repair was a little over $50 and for an extra $15 a postage paid shipping box was sent to me. Now, only one week later … I have the most awesome stereo and can rock out while folding towels and delicates. Thanks, Minn-Tech, for making my day, week, and years to come.

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Curtis Savery on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (September 2, 2025)

What a clutch find! My HomePod was flashing the volume buttons and I thought it was the end of the line for it. I found minn-tech after doing some research online about how to fix the issue and these guys did not disappoint. Sent my HomePod out they let me know what was wrong with it (eroded node, from oxidation) corrected my issue and sent my HomePod right back.(Took a week roughly all together. I sent out my HomePod on a Monday from FL to MN it got to them Friday they had it shipped back out on a Monday and I got it back Thursday) . A $60 fix for a speaker I spent $300 on was well beyond worth it for me! If you are having any issues with your HomePod take it from me do not hesitate to use these guys. I NEVER EVER write reviews but these guys did right I had to leave them a review and I hope this helps someone out there who is searching on how to fix their HomePod look no further you’ve found your answer. Thanks again!

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Steven Bragg on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (September 17, 2025)

In this day and age of internet rip-offs and the corporate world's doing everything more cheaply while charging higher and higher prices, it is more than refreshing to find a company that provides a great service at a very reasonable price. Minn-Tech repaired my HomePod exactly the way they advertised that they would, and I could not be more pleased than I am. They paid the postage both ways, repaired my dead, no power HomePod. and returned it to me all within a week's time . . . all for only $69.00 ! You will not be able to find a better deal than this. It now works great and sounds better than ever. I have four other HomePods; and, if any of them fail, I will be sending them to Minn-Tech for repairs. If you need to have your HomePod repaired, you can be confident that Minn-Tech will provide excellent quality professional service for you.

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Carlos on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (November 13, 2024)

My HomePod died on me after updating to 18.1. It would show no sign of life, even when connected to power. I called Minn-Tech and was given the reassurance I needed to purchase the $69 option to fix my HomePod. They helped me figure out the best way to pack the HomePod for shipment, updated me when they received my HomePod and the condition it arrived in, and told me what the issue was and what they did to fix it. The whole process took exactly a week to ship out and for them to fix and ship it back to me. They also replaced additional parts with no additional charge that were worn for preventative maintenance known to cause the subwoofer to fail. I just received my HomePod last night, and it is moving and grooving in my stereo pair. I highly recommend Minn Tech if you're looking for an easy way to fix your HomePod that wont break your bank.

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Jeff on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (November 4, 2024)

EXCELLENT, WOW, FANTASTIC WOULD DEFINITELY USE AGAIN!!! My son's first generation HomePod was dead. Apple wants $275 to fix, might as well buy a new one. Googled the symptoms, saw YouTube videos on how to fix, honestly I would never be able to put it back together on first try, not to mention buying the right tools. Googled repairs in my area (Chicago suburbs), nothing. Came across Minn-Tech, what a find. For $69 (including shipping both ways!), Minn-Tech fixed the no power issue and replaced four ceramic DC filter capacitors as a preventive measure at no additional charge! Sent the HomePod on Tuesday 10/29 and was just delivered today, Monday 11/4. Works perfectly. Couldn't ask for a better result. Thank you Minn-Tech!!! My family has 7 other first gen HomePods, needless to say I've booked marked Minn-Tech. THANK YOU!!!

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Jonathan Allain on Death Fart – Apple Original HomePod Repair Service (July 25, 2025)

All the 5 star reviews are for a reason. Minn-Tech provides a needed service for those that have various HomePod issues, and they do so with a very high level of prompt customer service that conveys a thorough knowledge of the technology, along with a personal approach that is rare in business these days. My original HomePod had the "Death Fart" issue along with clicking and popping noises. Not only did they fix these issues but they preemptively replaced a different part that is a known issue FOR FREE. No hard sell or upcharge, they just fixed it. I wish I had found Minn-Tech sooner, as I have been dealing with the issues for years. They also sell refurbished HomePods at very reasonable prices. Highly recommended.

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Jack Shaffer on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (July 19, 2025)

Cannot express how completely satisfied I am with the service on my dead, first generation HomePod! The local Apple repair shop wanted $300 to repair it, more than the cost of a new HomePod! I searched YouTube videos to perhaps repair it myself and found an instructional video showing the replacement of a diode. It was too much for me to take on, and over an hour and a half of work. So glad I found Minn-Tech. Not only did they replace the diode, they also replaced other components to ensure a long life. It sounds great again! Very reasonable price and quick turnaround. Don’t buy new, have Minn-Tech repair yours for less than a Homepod Mini and enjoy the HomePod’s full, rich sound!

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Drig on Death Fart – Apple Original HomePod Repair Service (July 7, 2025)

My HomePod had the "Death Fart" issue – it started off now and then, but became much more frequent like clockwork. Minn-Tech to the rescue! The whole repair process was very streamlined and easy, with shipping labels and everything. Turn-around time was also very quick! My HomePod was returned clean and without any scuffs from the process. And most importantly – it sounds great and no longer startles me with full-volume alien fart attack sounds! I have full confidence that this HomePod will continue operating great for many years to come now that these known-problematic components have been replaced.

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Helen on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (February 16, 2025)

I have made a TikTok review to make sure EVERYONE knows about Minn-Tech. It upsets me that there is almost no information about this failure on the internet and that people like Minn Tech doesn’t have a lot of presence on social media -but I get it. It isn’t for everyone, that’s why I made a 4 min review talking about my problem and hopefully it reaches the right audience. I am so grateful I found him, my first gen HomePod is working amazingly well after this issue. I give you 5 starts cuz that’s the max, but I’d give you 100,000!!! Thank you!!!

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Anthony G. on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (October 25, 2025)

I stumbled across about this service. I have held on to my HomePod for over a couple years now because of the + – volume button error. I figured it had to be software related, as this error started after my HomePods updated to a new firmware version. For $80, which included shipping back and forth, this was well worth it, otherwise I just had a bookend. I am glad I held on to my Original HomePod and finally found solution. I’m so happy to have my HomePod working again so that I can have my stereo pair set up again. Thank you!

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Bryan on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (May 8, 2025)

My 1st gen HomePod was flashing and was stuck after a software update. I brought it to Apple and they told me there nothing they could do. It was too old to qualify for a replacement and they don’t repair them anymore. They essentially told me to throw it away and purchase another one. Minn-Tech saved the day! I shipped it out and a few days later I got notice that it was on its way back. I couldn’t believe it. It works just as good as new again! Thank you so much!!

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Chris Stoneley on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (January 13, 2025)

Found via a google review, sent in BOTH my old door stops (because that’s what they were good for since they both went pop within a week of each other) and Minn-Tech did a brilliant job – new diodes and caps in both, and a new logic board in one – and I think they cleaned them both too. What an AMAZING service. Glad to have my stereo pair back in operation. Amazing service, and less in the landfill. Brilliant work. Five stars, no notes, would do again.

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Elton on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (October 28, 2024)

I am so happy I stumbled about this service. I have held on to my HomePod for over a year now because of the + – volume button error. I figured it had to be software related, as this error started after my other HomePods updated to a new version overnight. For $50, including shipping back and forth, this was well worth it! I am glad I held on to my Original HomePod and finally found solution. I'm so happy to have my stereo pair set up again. Thank you!

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Mike on Original (1st Gen) Apple HomePod Dead No-Power Repair Service (February 27, 2026)

I'm so glad I had Minn-Tech repair my failed HomePod. I took it to the Apple Store, they said it's so old I might as well buy a new one. I searched and found Minn-Tech's video for how to repair. The video is careful and patient and it showed me: 1) it's too hard to do myself, 2) I trust Minn-Tech to do it. And, their service is so fast and the communication is so good that having them repair it was the right choice.

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Jarrell Phifer on HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service (September 3, 2025)

I have been holding on to my broken HomePod for over the past two years, in the hopes that a company like Minn-Tech would come around that could fix my blinking volume lights. I was so excited when I found Minn-Tech. The speed and efficiency of repairing my HomePod blow me away. I am extremely happy to say I am more then happy with their service and quality of work! A Big Thank You Minn-Tech!!!!!

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