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Google Nest, formerly Google Home, is the blanket brand for all things in the connected home and digital assistant space from Google. After buying Nest and incorporating it into its existing offerings, Google now has a comprehensive set of products across all aspects of home automation and security.

Yale Smart Lock with Matter

Yale reveals powerful new smart lock designed specifically for Google Home

The Yale Smart Lock with Matter is replacing the Nest x Yale Lock, and it's expected to arrive later this summer.
Take Maps offline

Waze nixes Google Assistant on iPhones, but something better may be coming

Acer Chromebook Spin 513 top down view showing display and keyboard deck.

Chromebooks are about to get a lot smarter, and more accessible

Google Assistant messaging shortcut

Your Google Assistant just lost a bunch of features ahead of the move to Gemini

Google Assistant and Gemini apps on an Android phone.

Gemini is replacing Google Assistant. How will the shift affect you?

Android Auto

These dedicated Google Assistant car mics might be on the way out

Nest Hub Max Hands-On Review

The 6 best smart displays for Alexa and Google Home in 2025

The Echo Show 15 on a wall.

The 12 best smart home products that support Matter

The Google Home logo on a Pixel phone.

The Google Home app is getting two new features to upgrade your smart home

The Oura Ring app on an iPhone 16 Pro Max, showing the Sleep screen.

I tracked my sleep with a smart display, ring, and watch. This is my favorite

An Amazon Echo Show 5 on a shelf.

I replaced Google Assistant with Amazon Alexa and haven’t looked back

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Best home security camera deals: Ring, Arlo, Blink and more on sale

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Google Nest Home devices.

Best Google Nest deals: Save on Nest Thermostat, Hubs, and Doorbell

Check out the best Google Home deals and the best Google Nest deals and save big on some new tech for your smart home.
The Home Panel on Google TV Streamer.

Your Google TV can now control smart home devices

The new Google TV update turns it from an entertainment system into a command center for your entire smart home.
Chromecast with Google TV in front of a television showing the Google Home Panel.

You can now test drive the Google Home panel, AI art on Chromecast

You can now get AI-generated ambient art and the Google Home Panel on Chromecast with Google TV — but you have to opt in to the Public Preview first.
The Home Panel on Google TV Streamer.

Google Home panel, AI art are coming to all Google TV devices

The new Google Home panel and AI-generated ambient art features are coming to other Google TV devices, and not just Google TV Streamer. Huzzah.
The Google Home logo on a Pixel phone.

The Google Home app is getting a long-overdue feature

The Google Home app might soon be getting a search bar, making it easier to find specific smart home devices.
Nest Audio speaker in a moody dark room.

This Google Nest speaker deal cuts the price in half

The Google Nest Audio, a fantastic smart speaker for accessing the capabilities of Google Assistant, is available from Best Buy for $50 after a $50 discount.
Gemini running on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Gemini has killed Google Assistant to become the AI future of Android

Google has announced further ways its Gemini AI will integrate into Android, including how it will replace Google Assistant.
The Google Home logo on a Pixel phone.

The Google Home app is getting a major overhaul. Here’s what it looks like

First, it announced the fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat. Now, Google is changing the look of the Google Home app.
The Google Home logo on a Pixel phone.

Google showed me its AI future for Google Home, and it blew me away

Google has big plans to rejuvenate Google Home. I recently saw how the company wants to overhaul Google Home with Gemini and AI, and it blew me away.
Someone adjusting the temperature on the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen).

Google’s new Nest Learning Thermostat looks like a work of art

Google's new Nest Thermostat comes with a slew of smart, new AI-powered features that should help keep your home more comfortable. Here's what's new.
The Echo Show 10 on a kitchen counter.

Echo Show 10 vs. Nest Hub (2nd Gen): which smart display is better for your home?

The Echo Show 10 is larger and more expensive than the Nest Hub (2nd Gen), but is it the better smart display? Here's what to know before making a purchase.
The Nest Hub Max on a table.

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) vs. Google Nest Hub Max: Which is the better smart display?

The Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) shares many of the same features as the Google Nest Hub Max, but which is the better smart display?
The Google Nest Learning Thermostat in stainless steel.

Google’s Nest Learning Smart Thermostat is $70 off for Memorial Day

The Google Nest Learning Smart Thermostat is one of the best ways to manage your home's heating. It's on sale now at Best Buy.
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The most common Google Home problems and how to fix them

Google Home and Nest devices are smart, but they aren't perfect: Here are the most common issues, and what solutions we've found work best to address them.
The Google Pixel Tablet showing a photo as wallpaper.

I’ve finally given up on the Google Pixel Tablet

I have been trying to do more with the Google Pixel Tablet, but I really shouldn't have been, so I've given up making it something it's not.
A Samsung Galaxy phone showing off Bixby with a tablet in the background.

What is Bixby? How to use Samsung’s AI assistant

Like Alexa and Google Assistant, Bixby is another voice assistant, but this one is exclusive to Samsung devices. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
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Bixby vs. Google Assistant: Which AI is better for you?

Samsung's Bixby and Google Assistant are two of the most popular AI systems in 2024. But which is better? Here's a look at both to help you decide.
The Hubspace app shown in front of a living room.

Home Depot’s Hubspace is a great way to start building your smart home

Hubspace isn't as powerful as Alexa or Google Home, but its simple design makes it great for beginners. Here are our impressions of the smart home software.
The Google Nest Cam Indoor on a table.

Blink Mini 2 vs. Nest Cam (Indoor): Which is the better affordable security camera?

The Blink Mini 2 and Nest Cam (Indoor) both clock in at less than $100, but which is better for your home. Here's a look at both to help you decide.
Nest Cams on a counter.

Google rolls out new Nest Cam features to Google Home for web

Google Home for web is more functional than ever, thanks to an update that added further support for Nest Cam products. Here's a look at the new features.
Closeup of camera on the Google Nest Cam (battery).

How to factory reset a Google Nest Cam (indoor or outdoor)

Having trouble with a Google Nest Cam? If it's not performing the way it should, you may need a factory reset. Here's what to do and what to know ahead of time.
A blue Google Nest Mini mounted on blue/gray wall.

How to reset a Google Nest Mini smart speaker

If you’re thinking about swapping out Google's entry-level smart speaker, you’ll first need to wipe your device. Here's how to factory reset a Google Nest Mini.