Google Home FAQ

BoardsMember · 17-05-2017 10:43AM

jogdish wrote: »

saying "ok Google play 2fm" works for me If I say RTE, 50% success works

It started working for me again last week. No reboots etc work to get it working when it stops.

él statutorio · 17-05-2017 06:40PM

Hands free calling now on google home!

Ludo · 17-05-2017 06:43PM

él statutorio wrote: »

Hands free calling now on google home!

Sorry...I can't make calls yet.

wexfordman2 · 17-05-2017 06:45PM

él statutorio wrote: »

Hands free calling now on google home!

How about some links or how to cos I see nothing

Mech1 · 17-05-2017 06:47PM

http://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/google-io-2017-keynote-live-android-o-google-assistant-on-iphone-chromeos-fuchsia-daydream-vr-top-announcements-4660918/

Mech1 · 17-05-2017 06:48PM

Google Home now has support for Spotify, SoundCloud, as well as Bluetooth support. Also support for HBO, etc for more entertainment.

Mech1 · 17-05-2017 06:49PM

11.08 pm: Google Home will also support hands-free voice-calling from anywhere. Users have the option of linking their mobile number to the Google Home device as well. “No set-up required,” says Google.

11.07 pm: Google Home will also have a new feature called ‘Proactive Assistance.” Basically the Home speaker will give you alerts, notifications for traffic based on schedule.

11.05 pm: Getting an update on Google Home. It is launching in UK, Germany, Japan, etc. No, it is not launching in India.,

11.04 pm: Basically, users will soon be able to place an order, pay directly from Google Assistant app. No third-party apps needed on your smartphone.

11.o3 pm: Google Actions on Assistant will be extended beyond Google Home. Essentially third-party app actions can now be carried out on Google Assistant.

Mech1 · 17-05-2017 06:50PM

11.12pm: Google is also updating Chromecast devices, and they will show visual responses on your TV when you ask for help on the Google Home Speaker. Once again you can personalise the experience, based on the voice.

11.11pm: Google is also adding visual support for the Home speaker.

él statutorio · 17-05-2017 06:57PM

wexfordman2 wrote: »

How about some links or how to cos I see nothing

Sorry, no links yet, I'm watching the I/O conference.

Mech1 · 17-05-2017 07:28PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpnxTXILS4s

Mech1 · 17-05-2017 07:32PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnAYEVsVo84

bk · 17-05-2017 07:38PM

I suspect the voice-calling is likely to be US only for now. Probably tied into their Google Voice service which isn't available outside of the US.

I think the big ones for us are:

- Can use any Bluetooth Speaker, nice for people who feel the speaker on the GHome isn't loud enough, you can now use any bluetooth speaker you might have or buy.

- Spotify Free now works on GHome.

wexfordman2 · 17-05-2017 08:10PM

Ok, so while I'm loving the new features they are talking about, we are still waiting for a catch up.

1) multi user support
2) Google apps functionality.
3) phone calls, as BK said, probably a long way off for anyone outside the us.

él statutorio · 17-05-2017 10:59PM

bk wrote: »

I suspect the voice-calling is likely to be US only for now. Probably tied into their Google Voice service which isn't available outside of the US.

I think the big ones for us are:

- Can use any Bluetooth Speaker, nice for people who feel the speaker on the GHome isn't loud enough, you can now use any bluetooth speaker you might have or buy.

- Spotify Free now works on GHome.

They said the calling can be set to show the caller ID of whatever phone you choose, default is private number.

eamonnq · 18-05-2017 08:08AM

bk wrote: »

- Can use any Bluetooth Speaker, nice for people who feel the speaker on the GHome isn't loud enough, you can now use any bluetooth speaker you might have or buy.

Does it let you use a bluetooth speaker or does it only allow you to use it as a bluetooth speaker (i.e play music from your phone using the google home as a speaker).

Hope it is the first one, but think it might be the second

bk · 18-05-2017 08:48AM

él statutorio wrote: »

They said the calling can be set to show the caller ID of whatever phone you choose, default is private number.

Seems to be US and Canada only for the moment as I expected.

eamonnq wrote: »

Does it let you use a bluetooth speaker or does it only allow you to use it as a bluetooth speaker (i.e play music from your phone using the google home as a speaker).

Hope it is the first one, but think it might be the second

You are right, it is the second, using GHome as a bluetooth speaker.

But now that we know it has the hardware for Bluetooth (this wasn't known until now), maybe they will add the first too eventually, fingers crossed.

bk · 18-05-2017 08:49AM

BTW They are also adding support for creating calendar and reminders entries.

wexfordman2 · 18-05-2017 09:12AM

bk wrote: »

Seems to be US and Canada only for the moment as I expected.

You are right, it is the second, using GHome as a bluetooth speaker.

But now that we know it has the hardware for Bluetooth (this wasn't known until now), maybe they will add the first too eventually, fingers crossed.

I dont get the hooh hah about the Bluetooth feature, it's not actually providing any additional functionality seeing as you were always able to cast to a Google home anywau, so what is the huge advantage of being able to do the same thing via Bluetooth!!

Ludo · 18-05-2017 10:09AM

wexfordman2 wrote: »

I dont get the hooh hah about the Bluetooth feature, it's not actually providing any additional functionality seeing as you were always able to cast to a Google home anywau, so what is the huge advantage of being able to do the same thing via Bluetooth!!

Kinda what I was thinking also....what am I missing?

bk · 18-05-2017 10:27AM

wexfordman2 wrote: »

I dont get the hooh hah about the Bluetooth feature, it's not actually providing any additional functionality seeing as you were always able to cast to a Google home anywau, so what is the huge advantage of being able to do the same thing via Bluetooth!!

Not all apps support casting, Bluetooth allows you to cast any sound that might be on your phone.

Also, while they haven't mentioned it, it should mean that you can use GHome as a speakerphone for calls (separate to the new call feature only available in the US).

matrim · 18-05-2017 10:27AM

wexfordman2 wrote: »

I dont get the hooh hah about the Bluetooth feature, it's not actually providing any additional functionality seeing as you were always able to cast to a Google home anywau, so what is the huge advantage of being able to do the same thing via Bluetooth!!

Can you cast from iPhone? If not, then it's a draw for iPhone users. Especially with the fact they have announced some assistant features on iPhone.

bk · 18-05-2017 10:40AM

matrim wrote: »

Can you cast from iPhone? If not, then it's a draw for iPhone users. Especially with the fact they have announced some assistant features on iPhone.

You can for apps that have casting support built in. Youtube, Netflix, etc.

But for instance non of Apples apps have casting, Apple Music, etc. So yes, bluetooth will help with apps like these.

breeno · 18-05-2017 11:29AM

So are all the changes announced just software related? No improvements in hardware or speaker sound etc?

bk · 18-05-2017 12:08PM

breeno wrote: »

So are all the changes announced just software related? No improvements in hardware or speaker sound etc?

Well they are activating the bluetooth radio in it, that is sort of hardware related.

I'm not sure how you could just change the speaker sound, unless you mean them introducing a whole new device?

I find the sound to be perfectly good and if you want better sound, you can always use any speakers you want with chromecast audio.

I actually think what they need is a small cheaper device to compete with the Echo Dot.

Having said all that, it is clear that Google Assistant will soon be coming to all sorts of third party devices, including speakers, AV's, soundbars, etc.

breeno · 18-05-2017 12:17PM

bk wrote: »

Well they are activating the bluetooth radio in it, that is sort of hardware related.

I'm not sure how you could just change the speaker sound, unless you mean them introducing a whole new device?

I find the sound to be perfectly good and if you want better sound, you can always use any speakers you want with chromecast audio.

I actually think what they need is a small cheaper device to compete with the Echo Dot.

Having said all that, it is clear that Google Assistant will soon be coming to all sorts of third party devices, including speakers, AV's, soundbars, etc.

Sorry yes I meant a new updated device. Some of the tech websites were referring to Google Home 2 and I thought it would be a new device with a better speaker etc. I still haven't heard the home in action. I was about to pull the trigger but have a a baba on the way so my tech indulgences have taken a back seat for now! Hope to get my hands on one in the coming weeks.

Yamanoto · 18-05-2017 12:22PM

Is the ability to play Spotify free a US-only development?

Still telling me I need a premium account.

thedevils · 18-05-2017 12:24PM

Yamanoto wrote: »

Is the ability to play Spotify free a US-only development?

Still telling me I need a premium account.

there are ways a means to fool Spotify into thinking its Premium, if you were that way inclined.:eek:

eamonnq · 18-05-2017 12:27PM

thedevils wrote: »

there are ways a means to fool Spotify into thinking its Premium, if you were that way inclined.:eek:

or just pay 2.50 per month for the real thing ?

WealthyB · 18-05-2017 03:26PM

Hi Guys

Does anyone have a practical workaround for this scenario?

I have 3 x gmail accounts:
1. Personal. Google Music Access All Areas, and all my photos are here. Google Home is linked to this account.
2. & 3. Work email

Trouble is, 90% of all calendar entries are in 2. and 3., so Google home is currently not seeing them at all

Cheers!

BailMeOut · 18-05-2017 03:29PM

eamonnq wrote: »

or just pay 2.50 per month for the real thing ?

or share a google music family plan with five friend which is €15/month for 5 accounts. I have this for my family and the kids love it as they can download whatever music they want to their phones and play offline.

It is also really cool being able to ask google home to play any sony at any time.

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