Then, any supported devices on your Google Home account will respond to commands given in the Gemini app. Here’s a quick look at a few commands Google says you can try: ...

Even though smart home devices are often plug-and-play, you should take some essential setup steps to get the most out of them. So, this is what I do every time I get a new smart home gadget.

Written by Maria Diaz, Staff Writer Jan. 24, 2025 at 11:53 a.m. PT Kerry Wan/ZDNET Google Home users are getting a free smart home upgrade, as Gemini will now be able to control their devices.

Google Home's latest update introduces "Admin" and "Member" roles, enhancing smart home control with tiered access levels. Admins gain full control, while Members have basic device operation, with ...

They can show in the Home app and be controlled with your voice or included in automations and scenes. It's not clear when Apple will implement the 1.4.1 fixes and changes.