If you’ve ever wished you could cast Harry Potter spells in real life, your iPhone and Siri can make it feel possible. Apple’s voice assistant responds to a few famous spells that fans use for fun.
These Siri tricks use real iPhone features like the flashlight, volume controls, and shortcuts. You can use them to light up your screen, open apps, or even mute your phone – all by saying the same words Harry used at Hogwarts.
What Are Siri Harry Potter Spells
Siri Harry Potter spells are voice commands that sound like magic words from the movies but control your phone’s built-in tools. They aren’t official Apple features, but Siri recognizes them because of their popularity among fans.
Here are the basic ones everyone can try:
- “Lumos” – turns on the flashlight
- “Nox” – turns off the flashlight
- “Accio” – opens an app using a shortcut
These spells use Apple’s Siri and the Shortcuts app to make the iPhone act like a wand.
How to Use Siri to Cast Spells on iPhone
It’s easy to make Siri cast a spell. You don’t need to download anything special. Ensure that Siri is enabled on your device.
Steps:
- Say “Hey Siri” or hold the side button.
- Speak the spell clearly.
- Siri will trigger the action that matches it.
Here’s what happens with each one:
- Saying “Lumos” turns on your flashlight.
- Saying “Nox” turns the flashlight off.
- Saying “Accio [App Name]” opens the app you’ve connected to that word.
You can change or customize these actions later with the Shortcuts app.
Real Harry Potter Spells That Work on Siri
| Spell | Siri Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lumos | Turns flashlight on | Lights up the phone like a wand |
| Nox | Turns flashlight off | Turns off the light spell |
| Accio | Opens an app (custom) | Calls up an app instantly |
| Silencio | Mutes your phone (custom) | Can silence notifications |
| Wingardium Leviosa | Runs a fun message shortcut | Makes Siri say something magical |
Only “Lumos” and “Nox” work automatically. The rest need setup through Siri Shortcuts.
How to Create Custom Harry Potter Spells with Shortcuts
You can make any spell work by creating your own shortcut. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone.
- Tap the + icon to create a new shortcut.
- Add an action, such as opening an app or changing a setting.
- Name the shortcut with a spell word like “Accio” or “Silencio.”
- Activate it by saying “Hey Siri” followed by the spell.
This method lets you control almost any iPhone feature with a voice command. It’s perfect for fans who want more creative spells.
Fun Spell Ideas You Can Try
Here are some other spell-inspired shortcuts you can set up:
- “Alohomora” – unlock your phone (works with Face ID)
- “Wingardium Leviosa” – make Siri send a funny text
- “Silencio” – mute your iPhone
- “Sonorus” – increase the volume
- “Quietus” – lower the volume
- “Imperio” – turn on Do Not Disturb mode
These don’t come built into Siri, but you can set them up easily using shortcuts.
Why These Siri Spells Went Viral
Fans discovered these Siri “spells” on TikTok, Twitter, and Reddit. Videos of people saying “Lumos” and watching their phones light up went viral. It became a fun trend that turned everyday voice commands into a piece of Hogwarts magic.
Apple never confirmed these as official features, but the Siri automation system made it possible for fans to create their own. It’s one of those moments where technology meets creativity.
Final Thoughts
Siri can’t send you to Hogwarts, but it can make your iPhone feel a little magical. These Harry Potter spells are simple voice commands that add fun to everyday actions.
Try saying “Hey Siri, Lumos” and watch your iPhone light up like a wand – proof that a bit of wizarding magic lives in your pocket.
