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HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service

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HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume ” + – ” Buttons Repair Service

HomePod blinking lights, also known as flashing or blinking volume buttons (+ and -) after a boot attempt indicate a failure to fully boot. The HomePod fails to boot and defaults to this flashing buttons symptom, this service is for you.

This might happen due to a hardware problem in the logic board (typically with the NAND flash memory). It may also happen after a failed software update attempt or an issue with the firmware update. It is a rather common issue that can render the device unusable. In this service, we will diagnose the cause, and reinstall the HomePod operating system.

If the issue is due to a firmware/software issue, it is fairly straightforward to repair. In the case of a hardware issue, we will have to get into your HomePod and attempt a NAND repair. If that also fails, we will replace your logic board with another, working original logic board.

Regardless of the cause, you will only pay one price as listed for this service. Your purchase covers the repair, and we will repair it either way.

You can now also request our hardware maintenance service to future-proof your HomePod against no-power and death farts, which is common with the 1st Generation HomePods as an add-on service option. Before adding the service to your cart, check the box for this option if you’d like us to replace the Schottky diode (that frequently fails, causing no-power issues) and the 4 capacitors (that commonly fail over time, causing death farts).

Our Expert HomePod Blinking Lights Repair for the Flashing volume (+ and -) buttons include:

  1. Free two-way USPS shipping. 
  2. HomePod Diagnostics: We first perform a complete diagnostic check to confirm that the issue is related to flashing buttons due to software faults.
  3. Operating System/Firmware Reinstallation: Our team is trained in this software and hardware service, which can fix common HomePod errors and restore full functionality.
  4. Post-Repair Testing: After the reinstallation, we conduct a thorough HomePod functionality test to ensure it’s back to normal.

 

Free mail-in mail-out USPS shipping

We strive for your convenience by providing worry-free, prepaid US Postal Service shipping. This provides multiple benefits to you:

  • We pay for shipping, and handle the shipping labels for you. This way, we can pass on the savings from our competitive USPS commercial shipping rates to you. Retail shipping prices are much higher and most of our customers do not have commercial shipping rates, increasing the total cost of shipping 7+ pound HomePods back and forth.
  • We reduce potential shipping errors, because we handle everything electronically and addresses come directly from our system.
  • It is prepaid, so you do not need to worry about any payments.
  • United States Postal Service is widely available throughout the US.
  • Shipment tracking is available and provided, so both you and us can see where your HomePod is and when it is delivered.

Please see our video on how we perform this service on our YouTube channel and let us know if you have any questions or comments.

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White, Space Gray

8 reviews for HomePod Blinking Lights Flashing Volume Buttons Repair Fix Service

  1. Elton (verified owner)

    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!

  2. Robert Brian Smith (verified owner)

    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!

  3. Antonio Campos (verified owner)

    Excellent service fast return and very happy with the repair. Highly recommended

  4. Phillip ting

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

  5. Helen (verified owner)

    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!!!

    • aktanf

      Very much appreciated Helen, and we’re super happy to have helped. Let us know if you experience any issues with your HomePod. We are grateful for your kind TikTok review.

  6. Helen (verified owner)

  7. Aslam M (verified owner)

    Hearing about this service from a YouTube video initially kept me skeptical but I could not have been more wrong. The HomePod was shipped out and back to me in an expedited manner and I am thoroughly impressed with how much care was taken in fixing it. I absolutely would recommend the service to anyone.

  8. RB (verified owner)

    Hooray, My HomePod is working again! This small business is a hidden gem.

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How we help with your HomePod problems

This super-convenient mail-in repair service for your non-bootable or dead HomePod works in three easy steps:

  1. YOU PLACE AN ORDER. Within 24 hours:
    (a) We email your prepaid shipping box to the email on your order. If you ordered via “Apple Pay” or “Google Pay” you need not worry about your email address, it is included in your order automatically. (b) OR, for an additional $15, we will ship an emtpy homepod box with your prepaid return shipping label inside. You will see this option right above the “Add to Cart” button
  2. SHIP YOUR HOMEPOD TO US:
    (a) If you did NOT order an empty box from us, pack your HomePod in a suitable shipping box with ample padding. Print out the shipping label we emailed you, and apply it on your own box.  If you do not want to print your own label, you can use the QR code we emailed with your prepaid shipping label at the US Postal Service office. Show them the QR code and they will print the label for you at the counter for free. You still need to pack the HomePod, they will only print the label, not pack the HomePod for you. (b) If you added an empty shipping box from us into your order, you will find your prepaid return shipping label inside the box. Just place your HomePod in the empty HomePod box, tape up the box, and apply the prepaid return label over the existing label. Take your box to a US Postal Service station or drop it in a suitable US Postal Service mailbox, or schedule a pickup for your box.
  3. WE DIAGNOSE AND FIX YOUR HOMEPOD, AND SHIP IT BACK TO YOU FOR FREE: We will fix your HomePod within 2 business days, reset your HomePod to test connectivity, update its firmware/software to the latest version from Apple, and reset it to get it ready to be paired again with your network. If your HomePod passes the benchtests, we will ship your HomePod back you with a tracking number.

You can find a more detailed explanation of our mail in service here. We will gladly accept legitimate returns per our refunds and return policy and stand behind our products and services as per our comprehensive product and service warranty. All offerings are subject to our disclaimer.

$49.00

For $49, prevent common future problems for your HomePod. $138 value if purchased individually.
If unchecked, we still email your prepaid label, but you pack your HomePod on your own.
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Customer Reviews

RB (February 19, 2025)

Hooray, My HomePod is working again! This small business is a hidden gem.

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Aslam M (February 16, 2025)

Hearing about this service from a YouTube video initially kept me skeptical but I could not have been more wrong. The HomePod was shipped out and back to me in an expedited manner and I am thoroughly impressed with how much care was taken in fixing it. I absolutely would recommend the service to anyone.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

aktanf (February 16, 2025)

Very much appreciated Helen, and we're super happy to have helped. Let us know if you experience any issues with your HomePod. We are grateful for your kind TikTok review.

Helen (February 16, 2025)

TikTok review: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2UFo1Cb/

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Helen (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!!!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Phillip ting (February 16, 2025)

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

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Antonio Campos (December 31, 2024)

Excellent service fast return and very happy with the repair. Highly recommended

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Robert Brian Smith (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!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Elton (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!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐