Is it possible to play sound files on an Android smartphone directly from Home Assistant? Does the sound file need to be present on the smartphone for this to work?
Could you provide an example for my specific use case?
Thank you for your feedback.
Werner Leupold
woempiej
(Woempiej)
June 3, 2026, 10:02am
2
Hi Werner, welcome!
Could you be more specific about which sound file you'd like to play on your Android device?
I'm currently using an alarm notification with a custom ringtone that I uploaded to my Android device.
Arh
June 3, 2026, 10:46am
3
Did you try looking at the docs?
dimmuboy
(Dimmu Boy)
July 20, 2026, 7:21am
4
Check Supported media types - there is only iOS support
@whleupold I solved it by notification channels.
FAQ - Notification Channels
What are Notification Channels?
Notification channels are a feature for Android devices only. They allow you to categorize notifications, making it easier to manage and prioritize them. Each channel can have its own settings, such as notification style, sound, vibration, blink light, app icon badges, locked screen, and do not disturb, ensuring that you receive notifications in the manner most appropriate for each type of notification you receive.
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