Spring 2026
New and improved features for Google Home Premium help your cameras capture the full picture,1 make your voice assistant understand you better2 and more. Explore how your home is becoming even more helpful.
Your cameras now go beyond simple recording and work together to tell you the whole story. A streamlined interface, faster navigation, sharper live streaming and smoother controls help you pinpoint the moments that matter.3,4 And alerts with zoomed-in previews give you a close-up view of what's going on at home—as it happens.1
Alerts with zoomed-in previews
We're bringing enhanced notifications to our earlier-generation cameras. Your camera's notifications now feature animated clips that focus on the subject, framing a person, package, vehicle or pet, so you get a clear view of what's happening at a glance.1
Familiar faces
Quickly refine your alerts with a simple thumbs up or thumbs down, while Google Home automatically filters out blurry photos behind the scenes.5 So you get fewer interruptions and more reliable alerts.
Google Home is continuously evolving to help your living space adapt to your lifestyle. By combining a highly conversational Gemini for Home voice assistant that learns your preferences with new, powerful automation options, you never have to repeat yourself.1, 6
The Gemini for Home voice assistant (early access) is now available in 10 languages across 16 countries. With Continued Conversation, you can now ask follow-ups without repeating "Hey Google" each time. Gemini is also better at understanding your natural speaking pace, tuning out background noise and handling complex tasks.
Ask Home can learn your household's preferences to give you more relevant responses and suggestions.1 You can ask it to remember a pet's name, set your favourite colour for smart lights or personalize your Home brief using saved information.
This feature is only available with a Google Home Premium subscription.1
The updated parental controls make it easy to take control of your child's safety, content and screen time. Manage supervised accounts, set Gemini content filters and customize content limits—all in one place.
Using the automation editor in the Google Home app, you can now set the colour of your lights, arm your security system or trigger actions based on temperature, humidity or appliance status.3, 6, 7, 8
Need to lock the door while you're on the go? With Quick Actions, you can access devices—or entire properties—from your phone's home screen. When you click through notifications, your app will automatically take you to that home's controls.3
A smarter home isn't just about having the right devices, it's about getting the most out of them. From better camera intelligence, to a more capable voice assistant—Google Home Premium unlocks our most advanced features.1
Even more to explore
Requires a Google Home Premium subscription (sold separately), the Google Home app, Wi-Fi and an Internet connection. Features subject to change; available in select countries and languages. Gemini features work independently of Gemini Apps. Check responses for accuracy; results may vary.
Requires a compatible smart device, the Google Home app, Wi-Fi and an Internet connection. Features subject to change; available in select countries and languages. Gemini features work independently of Gemini Apps. Check responses for accuracy; results may vary.
Some features, including mobile and browser notifications, remote control, video recording, video streaming and video history, require the Google Home app and working Internet and Wi-Fi.
Compared to earlier software versions.
Available on Google Nest Cam Indoor (wired, 3rd gen), Google Nest Cam Outdoor (wired, 2nd gen) and Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd gen). Familiar face alerts require a Google Home Premium subscription and working Internet and Wi-Fi. Not available in Nest Cams used in Illinois.
Home automations may require additional enrollment and setup, and depend on working Internet, Wi-Fi and service availability for compatible smart home devices (sold separately) included in the automations.
Requires a compatible smart device (sold separately).
See the full list of supported automation starters, conditions and actions.
