Google Home now lets you manually search for smart home devices when QR code or automatic pairing fails. A new "Add a different way" option shows supported brands and a search bar to quickly find ...

If you use a Google or Nest speaker at home, you would be happy to know that Google Home has added seven new features that ...

Google’s first new smart speaker in six years is here and once again leads its competitors—now with paywalled features.

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The oldest devices in my Google Home ecosystem are pushing a decade old, and Gemini made the hardware worth using again.

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 ...

This ability to control smart devices — joining the mobile app, displays/speakers, and voice — from Home’s web app was first teased by Google in June. You will see a new “Devices” tab in-between ...

With so many easy-to-set-up smart devices available, converting your home into a smart one has never been easier. There are dozens of smart home gadget manufacturers you can shop from, but it's a good ...

Google has retired the Nest Mini and Nest Audio. Here's what current owners need to know about support, updates, and Google's Gemini-powered future.

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