Google Home Launches Wear OS Innovation for Home Automation

Google Home Update for Wear OS

Google Home has introduced a new Wear OS Favorites Tile and device complications for easier control of smart home devices . The new update allows users to access the first five smart home devices they have favorited in the Google Home mobile app directly from their smartwatch . The Favorites Tile features an icon for each device that opens the app to the specific card or page when tapped . This update also includes a new complication type that allows users to select a device shortcut from a list of devices , with the chosen icon appearing on the watch face for quick access.

Enhanced Control Features

Google Home for Wear OS is now offering deeper levels of control for smart home devices , such as adjusting fan rotation , speed , and humidifier settings directly from your watch . Users can switch between home and away modes , select inputs for devices like smart TVs , control docks for devices with the dock trait , change modes for appliances like washing machines or dishwashers , adjust brightness , color , and temperature of lights individually or as a group , turn devices on or off , control device volume , set thermostat temperature , switch thermostat modes , select fan speed , and use voice commands to change fan speed.

Integration with Samsung Galaxy Watch

Samsung 's Galaxy Watches running on Wear OS now have the ability to control smart home devices easily through the Google Home app . Users can access the new complications and a Favorites Tile on their Galaxy Watch after updating the Google Home app to the latest version . The complications allow direct control of smart home devices from the watch face , while the Favorites Tile displays the top five favorite devices selected in the Google Home app.

Future Developments

Google has announced additional features for the Google Home app on Wear OS , with the potential for more advanced control options in the future . The integration of Google Home with Wear OS devices like Samsung Galaxy Watches is expected to enhance the user experience and streamline Home automation processes . As the smart home ecosystem continues to evolve , users can look forward to more updates and improvements in the functionality of wearable devices for managing home automation tasks efficiently.