Alongside the Nest updates, the Google Home app is also getting expanded support for smart locks connected via Matter, adding the ability to set passcodes, among other features. The lock updates are rolling out through the app’s “Public Preview” feature on Android, with iOS support coming in early 2025.

Are you a frequent user of the Google Home app? Two new features are rolling out now to upgrade your smart home in a couple of key ways.

If you've got a Nest Protect smoke and CO detector, now's your chance to fully integrate it with your Google Home setup.

Owners of Google's second-gen Nest Protect smoke detector had been waiting years for the device to make the leap to the Google Home app.

Starting in the Public Preview, the Google Home app is finally adding support for the Nest Protect, as well as Matter-certified smart locks.