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awaaug
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Home automations based on location

Anyone having issues with home automations suddenly not working based on location. This is post IOS 27 update.

Posted on Oct 16, 2026 2:13 PM

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WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Oct 23, 2026 2:12 PM in response to awaaug

Hi there


Please try this


  • Check "My Location" in Find My: After a major iOS upgrade, your active device designation can sometimes get stuck on an old device. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Find My and verify that My Location is set to your current iPhone. 
  • Toggle Location System Services: A quick reset of location permissions can clear up post-update glitches. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > System Services, toggle HomeKit (or Home Accessories) off and on, then restart your iPhone. 
  • Verify "Home" Address on Contact Card & Maps: Ensure your home address is properly pinned in Apple Maps (Favorites > Home > Refine Location) and listed correctly on your personal contact card in the Contacts app. 
  • Disable Low Power Mode: Persistent Low Power Mode can delay background GPS and location updates required by arrival/departure triggers. 
  • Recreate the Automation: If individual automations are broken post-update, editing them rarely helps. The most reliable workaround is to delete the affected automation and build it again from scratch. 


Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256377483