It has been a year since the introduction of the Assistant-powered speaker, Google Home. In that short time the smart-home device has made major strides to gain ground on its main competitor, Amazon Echo. The addition of multi-user support was a major milestone for Home. With new actions and … [Read more...] about Google Home Gets Some Major Upgrades
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Google I/O 2017: Will Chrome OS Get Some Love?
We just a couple of hours away from Google's annual developer event, i/o. As usual, there has been a lot of speculation about what new products may emerge from the event. Everything from the Pixel 2 to another messaging app has been tossed in the air but honestly, only Google knows. We're … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2017: Will Chrome OS Get Some Love?
Google Home Goes Gourmet
I'm a foodie, for life. With over two decades under my belt in the restaurant scene, few things bring me the joy of making a meal for me and my family. Whether it's a fancy five courser for the holidays or tailgate munchies for the big game, I love to cook. Almost as much as I love to eat. My … [Read more...] about Google Home Goes Gourmet
Google Home Now Supports Multiple User Accounts
The battle for the King of smart-home assistants is heating up and the newcomer, Google Home, just landed an uppercut that gives it a decisive edge over all other contenders. … [Read more...] about Google Home Now Supports Multiple User Accounts
Burger King Pwns Google Home In Latest Commercial
Google Home has hit the scene as the smart-speaker to connect "all the things" in your home and even provide some light-hearted comedy if the mood strikes you. The release of the Assistant SDK to third parties is opening a huge market for smart, connected products that work seamlessly with your … [Read more...] about Burger King Pwns Google Home In Latest Commercial
Google Home’s Biggest Issue About To Be Solved
We wrote not too long ago about Google Home possibly getting an update that would allow for multiple user accounts on one device. The benefit would be great and now we're seeing signs that it may be showing up very soon. … [Read more...] about Google Home’s Biggest Issue About To Be Solved
Google Home + Google Wifi Combo Device: Would You Buy It?
Google Home and Google Wifi are both relatively new products, launching in the 4th quarter of 2016. Already decently priced devices, it seems a new take on the two may be in the works. … [Read more...] about Google Home + Google Wifi Combo Device: Would You Buy It?
YouVersion Brings The Bible To Google Home
It's been four months since developers were given access to the Actions on Google platform. In that time third-parties have already released over 150 commands for devices and services for our favorite smart speaker, Google Home. A lot of these actions help to assimilate your smart-home while others … [Read more...] about YouVersion Brings The Bible To Google Home
Google Home Support Comes To August Smart Lock
Big news from the world of smart-home devices this week. August, makers of smart locks, doorbell cams and accessories, announced this week the addition of support for the Google Assistant to the 1st and 2nd generation August Smart Locks. … [Read more...] about Google Home Support Comes To August Smart Lock
Google Home And WiFi Officially Arrive In The U.K.
Great news for our friends in the United Kingdom. Until now, getting your hands on #madebygoogle devices proved a bit difficult. Consumers were left shopping from U.S. stores with no guarantee of support or warranty for Google Home or Wifi. … [Read more...] about Google Home And WiFi Officially Arrive In The U.K.
Get A Free Google Home With Purchase of LG’s G6
I love my Nexus 6P and I'm anxiously awaiting what the Pixel 2 will bring to the table. However, if any phone has grabbed my attention this year it is the upcoming LG G6. If any device will make me stray from my Google roots it will be this one. Preliminary reviews of the G6 confirm my first … [Read more...] about Get A Free Google Home With Purchase of LG’s G6
Google Home Gets More Actions, Some Very Useful
Over the past few weeks, over 30 new actions have been added to Google Assistant, giving Google Home up to 118 total actions to date. While only a fraction of Amazon's Alexa, the rate of growth is certainly encouraging. … [Read more...] about Google Home Gets More Actions, Some Very Useful
