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Google Assistant

Google Assistant may have come after Amazon introduced Alexa into the world, but it’s rapidly making up for lost time. The voice assistant from the search giant is available on everything from your phone to headphones, to smart speakers and even TVs. With over 1 million “Actions” and a rapidly expanding list of supported devices, Google’s smart assistant will soon be everywhere.

You no longer have to say ‘Hey Google’ to get the Assistant to shut upYou no longer have to say ‘Hey Google’ to get the Assistant to shut up
Smart home company Eve plans to use Matter to move beyond Apple’s HomeKitSmart home company Eve plans to use Matter to move beyond Apple’s HomeKit
Google is taking sign-ups for Relate, a voice assistant that recognizes impaired speechGoogle is taking sign-ups for Relate, a voice assistant that recognizes impaired speech
Google removes its algorithmic ‘Your News Update’ from AssistantGoogle removes its algorithmic ‘Your News Update’ from Assistant
Google TV is adding personalized profiles and watchlists soonGoogle TV is adding personalized profiles and watchlists soon
Sonos says Google is blocking it from offering more than one voice assistant at onceSonos says Google is blocking it from offering more than one voice assistant at once
Google’s Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max can now show visual responses and the UI in SpanishGoogle’s Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max can now show visual responses and the UI in Spanish
Google’s Fuchsia OS is rolling out to every first-gen Nest HubGoogle’s Fuchsia OS is rolling out to every first-gen Nest Hub
Google’s Nest Hubs will warn users about nearby pollution and smokeGoogle’s Nest Hubs will warn users about nearby pollution and smoke
Google’s new Nest cameras and doorbell have lower prices and more smartsGoogle’s new Nest cameras and doorbell have lower prices and more smarts
Microsoft is bringing Android apps to Windows 11 with Amazon’s AppstoreMicrosoft is bringing Android apps to Windows 11 with Amazon’s Appstore
Matter is the new name of Project CHIP, the partnership that promises to simplify your smart homeMatter is the new name of Project CHIP, the partnership that promises to simplify your smart home
Google Assistant will sing you a song about getting vaccinatedGoogle Assistant will sing you a song about getting vaccinated
Google is trying to make Assistant more useful for your family this Mother’s DayGoogle is trying to make Assistant more useful for your family this Mother’s Day
You’ll soon be able to teach Google Assistant how to pronounce namesYou’ll soon be able to teach Google Assistant how to pronounce names
Google’s Guacamole may be premature, but it sounds ripe to become an Android featureGoogle’s Guacamole may be premature, but it sounds ripe to become an Android feature
Google Assistant can now help order takeout from restaurants onlineGoogle Assistant can now help order takeout from restaurants online
Google’s AI reservation service Duplex is now available in 49 statesGoogle’s AI reservation service Duplex is now available in 49 states
Fiat made a ‘Hey Google’ carFiat made a ‘Hey Google’ car
James Vincent
Google is testing Memory, an upgrade for Assistant to “save and find everything”Google is testing Memory, an upgrade for Assistant to “save and find everything”
Google’s new Nest Hub tells you how well you slept last nightGoogle’s new Nest Hub tells you how well you slept last night
Dan Seifert and Nicole Wetsman
Google Workspace picks up new features designed for remote workGoogle Workspace picks up new features designed for remote work
Apple TV app now available on the latest Google ChromecastApple TV app now available on the latest Google Chromecast
Google’s weather frog spotted on smart displaysGoogle’s weather frog spotted on smart displays
These great-sounding Master & Dynamic earbuds are $80 off at Best BuyThese great-sounding Master & Dynamic earbuds are $80 off at Best Buy
JBL’s speaker-packed Google Nest Hub alternative is $220 offJBL’s speaker-packed Google Nest Hub alternative is $220 off
Google is adding a ‘Guest Mode’ to its smart speakersGoogle is adding a ‘Guest Mode’ to its smart speakers
You can now use Google Assistant features with more wired headphonesYou can now use Google Assistant features with more wired headphones
Google adds Apple Music support to Assistant smart speakers and displaysGoogle adds Apple Music support to Assistant smart speakers and displays
Google Assistant can now be used to schedule your smart lightsGoogle Assistant can now be used to schedule your smart lights
Google Assistant coming to Samsung TVs in 12 countries by year endGoogle Assistant coming to Samsung TVs in 12 countries by year end
Google updates Assistant and Fi with family-oriented featuresGoogle updates Assistant and Fi with family-oriented features
Acer’s Halo is a Google Assistant smart speaker with LEDsAcer’s Halo is a Google Assistant smart speaker with LEDs
Google Assistant smart displays are getting dark mode and multiple account supportGoogle Assistant smart displays are getting dark mode and multiple account support
Google Assistant Driving Mode appears to be coming to Android at lastGoogle Assistant Driving Mode appears to be coming to Android at last
Your new Samsung smart TV will soon double as a Google Assistant microphoneYour new Samsung smart TV will soon double as a Google Assistant microphone
Google starts rolling out Duplex feature that can call salons to book a haircut for youGoogle starts rolling out Duplex feature that can call salons to book a haircut for you
Google Assistant gets custom shortcuts for directly interacting with third-party Android appsGoogle Assistant gets custom shortcuts for directly interacting with third-party Android apps
Google is adding cross-app account security alerts on iOSGoogle is adding cross-app account security alerts on iOS
Google is making Assistant’s voice features much easier to use for people with disabilitiesGoogle is making Assistant’s voice features much easier to use for people with disabilities

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