Google Home App Gains Nest Protect & Enhanced Smart Lock Support
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Google Home App Gains Nest Protect & Enhanced Smart Lock Support
Google is streamlining its smart home ecosystem with a major update to the Google Home app. The most notable addition is the integration of the Nest Protect smoke and CO alarm, marking a significant milestone in Google's efforts to consolidate its smart home offerings under a single platform. This move, coupled with enhanced support for Matter-enabled smart locks, promises a more seamless and intuitive user experience. Nest Protect Finds a New Home Until now, the Nest Protect smoke and CO alarm remained a holdout, requiring users to rely on the separate Nest app for control and monitoring. With this integration, users can now: Receive real-time alerts: Stay informed about potential dangers with immediate notifications for smoke, carbon monoxide, and other critical events. Proactive safety checks: View the status of all your Nest Protects, including battery health and device issues, and easily run system-wide safety checkups. Schedule automatic tests: Ensure your alarms are functioning …
