Google Home is rolling out new automation triggers and actions focused on routines and device control. You can now automate tasks such as media playback, appliance control, security systems, blinds, ...

Google’s revamped editor for smart home automations just got a few more tools in its toolbox, including more ways to determine when routines should be triggered as well as one-time-only automations.

Google Home is getting a fresh set of starters/conditions and actions this week. These additions should make the idea of automation a bit easier for users. For example, you can now turn on your coffee ...

April 2026 brought a surge of smart home innovations, from Ring’s 4K video doorbells to Aqara’s multi-state sensors, alongside AI assistant upgrades from Amazon and Google. At the same time, industry ...