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Google Nest, formerly Google Home, is the blanket brand for all things in the connected home and digital assistant space from Google. After buying Nest and incorporating it into its existing offerings, Google now has a comprehensive set of products across all aspects of home automation and security.
Google Home update brings more automation controls to help you build smarter routines
The latest Google Home app update introduced a host of new automation starters, conditions, and actions to help you create more helpful routines.
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Google takes the fight to Amazon with major smart home upgrade
Google is adding new Nest cameras and a smart home speaker to its portfolio, tagging alongside a revamped companion app and Gemini taking the charge as the conversation agent.
The 6 best smart displays for Alexa and Google Home in 2025
Google, Amazon, and Meta are offering smart displays for video calls, smart home management, watching shows, and more. See which ones are the best.
How to turn off Google Assistant on any device
Uncomfortable with Google Assistant? Tired of it popping up uninvited? Our simple guide will show you how to limit it or turn it off altogether on any device.
Gemini with Google Home is poised to give Alexa+ some serious competition
Gemini for Home promises to elevate your Google smart home experience to never-before-seen heights.
Why you should be using Google Home Routines
Wondering if setting up Google Home Routines is worth the trouble? It is! Here's what they can do for you and how to get started.
How to set up your Google Home device
Looking to set up a Google Home device, like a Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max? Here are a few tips to get you started with Voice Match, video streaming, and automations.
The best Google Assistant-compatible devices
Google Assistant can control lights, plugs, switches, thermostats, and more. Here are some of our favorite Google Home-compatible devices you can buy .
Samsung’s SmartThings platform has taken a giant leap forward
After years of playing second fiddle to more popular options, the SmartThings platform has received upgrades that demand attention.
The best smart thermostat drops to below $200 in this limited-time deal
The fourth-generation Google Nest Learning Thermostat tops our list of the best smart thermostats, and you can get it for below $200 through this offer from Walmart.
Buy our top video doorbell while it’s 33% off for Prime Day — ending soon!
The Google Nest Doorbell, our top pick among the best video doorbells, is on sale from Amazon with a 33% discount for Prime Day.
What is Google Home?
Considering making your home smart? Here's what you need to know about adopting the Google Home smart home ecosystem.
How to remove a device from Google Home regardless of Wi-Fi network
Need to remove a smart home device or a Google speaker or screen from your account? Doing it can be quick, if you follow these simple steps.
How to use the Google Home app on a computer
Want to add Google Home's smart controls to your computer? While there's no desktop app, you can try one of these workarounds to get Google Home on your PC.
The best smart plugs for Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit
Smart plugs can make your dumb outlets, devices, lights, and appliances smart. We've rounded up the best smart plugs so you can easily automate your home.
Matter finally starting to fulfill its promise is great news for your smart home
The latest update to the Matter smart home protocol shows how it can benefit average users.
I drove 500 miles with Android Automotive, here’s why every car needs it
I drove 500 miles in a Chevy Equinox rental car powered by the Android Automotive operating system. Here's why I love it and every car needs Google's car OS.
Best home security camera deals: Ring, Arlo, Blink and more on sale
We've collected some of the best security camera deals at a variety of budgets and needs, so come check out what's on offer.
Best Google Nest deals: Save on Nest Thermostat, Hubs, and Doorbell
Check out the best Google Home deals and the best Google Nest deals and save big on some new tech for your smart home.
Pixel users, beware: A Google Assistant bug can disable your alarms
Users report that activating Do Not Disturb through Google Assistant will mute your entire Pixel device.
Yale reveals powerful new smart lock designed specifically for Google Home
The Yale Smart Lock with Matter is replacing the Nest x Yale Lock, and it's expected to arrive later this summer.
Waze nixes Google Assistant on iPhones, but something better may be coming
Waze is phasing Google Assistant out of the iOS app after trying to fix issues for over a year.
Chromebooks are about to get a lot smarter, and more accessible
The latest stable build of Chrome OS removes Google Assistant and installs the Gemini chatbot. It also adds a new accessibility feature called Slow Keys.