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Software Updates Voice Recognition Customization Options Early Access Program Device Functionality Loss Hacks and Workarounds Smart Lock Features Voice Control Blind Spots Voice Assistant Interaction

Google Home Automations Stay as Phone-Based Actions End in Early May

Google clarified the scope after device alerts led some users to fear a broader shutdown of smart-home routines.

Google Confirms Nest Hub Bug That Misreads PM Alarms as AM

Google Home Rolls Out Predefined Voice Actions, Lets Users Delete Built-In Routines

Amazon Auto-Upgrades Some Prime Devices to Alexa+, Offers Voice Rollback

Aqara U400 Debuts With Hands‑Free UWB Home Key Unlocking, Available Now for $269.99

Google Rolls Out Gemini for Home Camera Upgrades to Boost Recognition and AI Summaries

Athom Launches Homey Pro (2026) With Double the RAM at the Same Price

Google Home URL Workaround Triggers Gemini Setup but Mostly Just Changes the Voice

Wyze Launches $65.98 Battery Video Doorbell With 1:1 View and Optional Hardwiring

Google Rolls Out Four New Farsight Faces for Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen)

Google Reaffirms Commitment to Smart Displays as Nest Hub Remains Unannounced

Google Begins Rolling Out Gemini for Home as Early Users Report AI-Powered Camera Summaries

Blink Launches 2K Cameras and Arc Accessory for Seamless 180-Degree Coverage

Level Launches $349 Level Lock Pro Built for Matter

Google Home Finally Brings Scheduling to Older Nest Thermostats

Wyze Duo Cam Pan Delivers Dual-Lens Tracking Security for $70

Google Home Voice-Control Glitches Prompt Fix Rollout and Legal Probe

Belkin to End Wemo Cloud Services and App Support in January 2026

Google to End Support for Early Nest Thermostats, Exits European Market

Eve Dimmer Switch Launches in March with HomeKit and Matter Support