Google has updated the Google Home app to streamline adding new smart home devices through a manual search feature. This update aims to simplify the pairing process, available in app version 4.6.55.1.
Enhanced Pairing Options
The Google Home app now includes a manual device search option. With the new "Add a different way" button, users can access a list of supported brands and initiate pairing by searching for their specific device.
- Previously relied on QR codes or auto-detection.
- New manual search offers more flexibility.
- Product images now help confirm device accuracy.
Rollout and Availability
The update is rolling out gradually and may be enabled server-side. Users should expect to access these new features in the coming weeks.
This development follows user feedback requesting more reliable pairing options, positioning Google Home as a more user-friendly smart home hub.
