Google Assistant has new features that can help you remember chores, put the kids to bed, and much more.
Smart assistants make life easier through hands-free control of much of the home, but they can do so much more. Google Assistant has continued to add and expand functionality, and these new Google Assistant features are a perfect example. A lot of people have a Google Assistant device in their home, but many of the best features are under-utilized or completely ignored–but these features can save you time, keep the kids entertained, and even surprise you with hidden easter eggs. In addition to using just about any smartphone to access Google Assistant, you can command the smart assistant on a host of devices like the Google Nest Audio, Lenovo Smart Display 7, and even the Google Nest Wifi. The Broadcast feature is one of the most powerful tools in the Google Assistant lineup. It can alert everyone in the family that it’s time to eat, that you’re heading out to get groceries, and more. You can choose to send a message to the entire home, or to a specific room–for example, you might want to say, “ Hey Google, broadcast to Jim’s room: Have you finished your homework yet?” There are a couple of ways to use this tool. The first is simple. Just speak to any Google Assistant device and say, “Hey Google, broadcast…” and then tell Google what you want to say. You can also use “shout,” “tell everyone,” or “announce” instead of Broadcast. The newest feature includes a Family Broadcast, which lets you send messages specifically to your Family Group.
