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For starters, theres nothing to install or enable.
Here youll find a list of services you might try.
Google treats these like theyre separate conversations.
For example, say you want to add an item toyour Todoist lists.
Youll start by saying Ok Google, tell Todoist to add a task to buy groceries.
Google Assistant will say Sure, heres Todoist and pass you off to the Todoist chat bot.
It has a different voice and an entirely different set of voice commands.
Instead of one assistant, you have dozens.
you might adjust the brightness, or change the color (if your light bulbs support it).
it’s possible for you to also ask what the temperature is set to right now.
SmartThings:Samsungs SmartThings product line has some of the most robust integration with Google Home.
you could turn lights, switches, and outlets on or off, and adjust the thermostat.
Unfortunately, Google Home doesnt yet support Samsungs garage door openers, sirens, or cameras.
it’s possible for you to even ask did I leave the bedroom lights on?
to find out if you forgot to turn off a particular light.
Honeywell:While Google Home launched with Nest support, it recently added support for Honeywell thermostats, too.
Here you could add your devices and log into your accounts if necessary.
Once each gadget is added, you’re free to start controlling it from Google Home.
That plugin is now available asa service on Google Home.
To use it, youll need to connect AutoVoice to your Google account in the Google Home app.
The video above shows a few samples of whats possible with this powerful combo.
Find Todoist in the list and link your account from there.
Once again, youll need to connect your Uber account in the Google Home app.
Ask it to remember something and you’re free to call it up later.
For example, you could tell Wonder, remember that my Wi-Fi password is averygoodwifipassword.
Google will then have Wonder repeat your password back to you.
This channel lets you fill in a lot of functionality gaps that Home might have out of the box.
