TABLE OF CONTENTS

The WiiM Home app for iOS now features a Now Playing widget, giving you quick and simplified control of your music. With this feature, you can control music playback directly from the lock screen, home screen and control center, without opening the app. This tutorial will guide you through using this feature for a seamless music experience.

Benefits


  • Quick Access and Enhanced Convenience 
    Instantly control music playback without the need to navigate through multiple screens or apps, making your experience faster and more enjoyable.

  • Effortless Volume Control
    Quickly adjust the volume using your mobile device's volume buttons for easy and convenient sound control.

  • Direct Access to WiiM Home App
    With one tap, you can quickly open the WiiM Home app for more controls and settings.

  • Seamless Multitasking
    While using other apps or even when the iOS device is locked, you can still control music playback. This helps you continue with other tasks without interrupting your music experience.

How to Use Now Playing Widget


You can access the Now Playing widget in different ways, depending on whether your iOS device is locked or unlocked, as well as your preferences. Once opened, you can use it to control music playback.


Scenario 1: From Lock Screen


When your iOS device is locked, simply tap the screen to open the Now Playing widget. Then, you can see the music information, control playback (e.g., Play/Pause, Next, Previous), and adjust volumes. You can also tap the widget to quickly open the WiiM Home app for more controls. 



Scenario 2: From Home Screen


When the WiiM Home app is working in background and the iOS device is not locked, swipe down from the top of your screen to open the Now Playing widget. Then, you can see the music information, control playback (e.g., Play/Pause, Next, Previous) and adjust volumes. You can also tap the widget to quickly open the WiiM Home app for more controls. 



Scenario 3: From Control Center


You can always open the Now Playing widget from Control Center on your iOS device, whether the device is locked or unlocked. Simply swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen. Then, you can see the music information, control playback (e.g., Play/Pause, Next, Previous) and adjust volumes. You can also tap the widget to quickly open the WiiM Home app for more controls. 


Limitations


While the Now Playing widget offers convenient playback controls, there are a few limitations to be aware of:


  • AirPlay is not supported.
    You cannot stream the current playback to other devices via AirPlaydirectly from the Now Playing widget.

  • Third-party music apps/sources are not supported.
    The Now Playing widget does not support third-party playback sources, such as:
  • Spotify Connect
  • TIDAL Connect
  • Chromecast
  • Soundtrack
  • Bluetooth
  • AirPlay
  • Alexa

  • When the mobile device is connected to your WiiM device via Bluetooth, you cannot adjust the volume using the mobile device's volume buttons, regardless of the audio source.