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Google Home App Gets Major Update
30 Oct
Summary
- Google Home app receives updates for Android and iOS.
- Improvements focus on better Matter device support and Gemini fixes.
- Camera performance and connectivity see significant enhancements.
The Google Home app is receiving a substantial update designed to improve user experience on both Android and iOS devices. This rollout addresses several issues and enhances support for various smart home devices.
A primary focus of the update is improved compatibility and control for Matter devices. Users can expect more accurate icons for Matter-controlled windows, doors, and gates, along with better display of energy data from these devices.
The integration with Gemini has also been refined, with fixes aimed at making music transfers, timer settings, and YouTube TV playback more reliable. This aims to reduce instances of the assistant misunderstanding commands.
Camera functionalities have seen notable upgrades, including more stable event timeline scrolling on iOS and smoother live views on foldable Android phones. Connectivity improvements and faster night vision switching are also part of the enhancements for Nest cameras.
Firmware updates are concurrently being deployed for Google TV Streamer, Nest Wi-Fi units, and Nest and Google Home speakers. These updates promise fewer bugs, more reliable operation, and enhanced streaming performance, audio quality, and Wi-Fi 7 compatibility.
