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Why should I care? If you use Google Home, this changes how you interact with cameras, doorbells, and later, speakers and displays. You can also opt in now. Okay, so what’s next? Enroll now and wait ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Janhoi McGregor (jan-eye) is a reporter who covers technology news. Gemini for Home AI upgrade on a Nest Hub Max display. Get ...

Google Home automations can quietly take a lot of friction out of your day. From turning lights on at the right time to adjusting the temperature when you’re about to reach home, automations are one ...

Google Home is the go-to smart home experience for a lot of people — and for good reasons. We've seen the platform evolve quite a bit over the years, with enhanced features and improvements to ...

Google admits that its Google Home app for managing smart home devices has not offered the best experience, and it now aims to change that. On Wednesday, alongside new Nest devices and an upcoming ...

As part of Google's smart home announcements today, the company has unveiled a new look for its Google Home app that will begin rolling out globally today. The heart of the redesign is about Gemini ...

As part of the March 2, 2026, update to Google Home, Google has improved Gemini’s ability to understand room-specific context, reduced premature voice cut-offs, and added “Live Search” for Premium ...

There’s no need for an expensive, professionally installed home security system for a little peace of mind. You can keep tabs on your home when you’re away, check in on your kids or pets, and ...