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The Google Home app will soon support the Nest Protect


No more Nest for the Protect

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. Screenshots of smart lock control in the Google Home app, including managing access and creating profiles for guests.

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