Google has introduced Gemini for Home, which will eventually replace the existing Google Assistant on Nest smart speakers and displays. It’ll provide hands-free control for various things like smart ...

The smoke and CO alarm is finally coming to the Home app, along with increased functionality for smart locks connected to Google Home via Matter The smoke and CO alarm is finally coming to the Home ...

The Google Home app is adding a new form of access to your home, with a “Member” role now broadly available with more customization and access limits, as well as support for a child’s account.

In early October 2025, Google confirmed that the Gemini AI assistant would officially be replacing Google Assistant in its smart home products. This has already been happening with Pixel phones like ...

Chris has reported for various tech and consumer goods outlets over the past decade, including Android Police and MakeUseOf since early 2022. Previously, he has contributed to outlets such as ...

Google is finally starting to roll out the long-awaited temperature scheduling features for the 3rd Gen and E Nest thermostats in the Google Home app. This addresses the last major reason many users ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When Google first announced Google Home in 2016, it opened up a whole new world of possibilities. In the beginning, it started with speakers, ...

Google Assistant is evolving into Gemini, bringing powerful new AI capabilities but also discontinuing some favorite features. If you use Google Assistant to set timers, play music or control your ...

I've been using Google Nest speakers since they were still called Google Home, back when the company was handing them out like candy. Over the years, I've mostly stuck to the basics of using the smart ...

Many readers of a recent Android Authority article made clear that they’re not willing to give Google another chance with their smart home setups. Much of the skepticism is driven by a fear of product ...

After being available as part of a Public Preview phase, the quick Home Panel for your connected smart devices is now rolling out for the Chromecast with Google TV and other Google TV sets. The ...