Which AirPort Express is compatible with AirPlay 2?

With Firmware Update 7.8 for the AirPort Express, the device now appears in Apple’s Home app and as an AirPlay 2 target in much the same way as the Apple TV and HomePod.

Can you add AirPort Express to HomeKit?

Apple’s AirPort series of products have been around for quite some time. Users have been using the AirPort Express and Extreme base stations along with HomeKit. This basically allows users to easily control their smart home appliances along with smart speakers like HomePods.

How do I set up Apple AirPort Express?

What to Know

1. Plug the Airport Express into a power outlet and launch AirPort Utility.
2. Highlight Airport Express in the left panel and complete the fields, including Name and Password. Select Continue.
3. Choose a network option and select Continue. Choose the network you want to use and select Continue.

How do I use AirPlay only with AirPort Express?

Step 1: Download the AirPort Utility app from the App Store. Step 2: Open the application and click on your AirPort Express. Step 3: Tap on Edit, then the AirPlay option. Step 4: Enter a new Speaker Name, then choose Done.

Can’t find AirPort Express in AirPort utility?

hold in the reset button and keep holding .. power on the express and keep holding in reset about 10sec until front LED flashes rapidly.. if you miss it.. just repeat. Once reset the Express will appear again in the airport utility but you will need to reconfigure it.

Can I use AirPort Express with non Apple router?

Yes, if you can connect the AirPort Express to the non-Apple router using a permanent, wired Ethernet cable connection.

How do I find my AirPort Express?

If you can’t find Airport Express in Airport Utility, press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds on the Airport Express, then release the button. Once the device restarts, restart your Mac as well and check if the Airport Base Station not found issue is resolved.