**An Essential QoL Upgrade**
Google has implemented a major update to its Home app, improving the automation and routine functionality for its users. This update brings forth new “pre-defined voice assistant actions,” enabling users to execute tasks such as announcing the current time, setting alarms, playing music, and more. Furthermore, users are now able to remove pre-configured routines like “Good Morning” and “Bedtime,” allowing for greater customization in creating personalized routines. The update also enhances the online version of Google Home, facilitating uninterrupted video clip downloads of up to five minutes.
The October enhancements to Google Home were considerable, introducing the “Ask Home” feature and incorporating Gemini, which accelerates the app and consolidates Nest devices. Loading speeds have increased by roughly 70%, and numerous bugs have been resolved. Gemini now empowers users to set up automations and find video recordings via “Ask Home.”
These quality-of-life enhancements are vital for improving the user experience, rendering smart home management more effective and tailored.