Google Home Expands Smart Home Access with New Tiers

Google Home Expands Smart Home Access with New Tiers

Google Home is taking a significant step towards making smart homes more accessible and manageable for households. By introducing customizable access levels, users can now invite friends, family, or trusted individuals to help manage their smart devices without compromising security or privacy. Enhanced Control Google Home is introducing new access tiers to provide more granular control over smart devices in your home. Two primary roles are available: Admin Role: The Ultimate Control Admins hold the keys to the kingdom, with full authority over the smart home ecosystem. They can: Manage Users: Add or remove members and assign specific permissions. Control Devices: Add, remove, or modify settings for any device. Link Subscriptions: Connect services like streaming music or video. Member Role: Tailored Access Members, on the other hand, have more limited access, which can be further customized. They can: Control Devices: Perform basic actions like turning lights on/off or adjusting thermostat sett…