Google to roll out fix for WiFi network crashing issue on Chromecast and Home devices starting today

Google Home Mini

Recently there were reports about the Home and Chrome cast devices crashing on WiFi Network and today Google has acknowledged the issue saying that it is aware of the Chromecast built-in devices may be affecting Wi-Fi network performance. Since it is a widespread issue, Google said that it is starting to roll out the update from today, January 18th. Continue reading “Google to roll out fix for WiFi network crashing issue on Chromecast and Home devices starting today”

Google Home Mini Review

Google Home Mini -1

Well over a year after the launch of the Amazon Echo Dot, Google finally has a competitor out.  Announced alongside the all-new second generation Pixel smartphones, the device might have gotten a bit overshadowed but fret not, we’ve been testing it out the last few days and have a review ready for your consumption. Now that the Echo series of devices are available in India, is it worth importing or waiting for a Google Home Mini? Find out in our review.

Continue reading “Google Home Mini Review”

Google Home Mini and New Google Daydream View surface

google_home_mini

Google is expected to announce a new mini version of its smart speaker Google Home, according to latest report from Droid Life. As per the images, it looks like Google Home Mini will compete directly with Amazon’s Echo Dot. It is smaller than the original Google Home that was launched last year.
Continue reading “Google Home Mini and New Google Daydream View surface”

Google Home to get hands-free calling, proactive assistance, Bluetooth streaming and more

google-home_fonearena-01

Google Home, its voice activated Google Assistant is geting new features. This includes option to schedule new calendar appointments, create reminders, Make hands-free calls and more new features. Continue reading “Google Home to get hands-free calling, proactive assistance, Bluetooth streaming and more”

Next Google Home with built-in mesh WiFi router reportedly in the works

google-home_fonearena-03

Google is working on a new Google Home speaker that will come with a mesh WiFi router that will allow it to boost Wi-Fi signals around the home, according to a latest report from The Information. Mesh Wi-Fi strings a Wi-Fi connection together with the use of multiple routers to create a more consistent coverage area.

Continue reading “Next Google Home with built-in mesh WiFi router reportedly in the works”

Google Home will now let you shop with the help of Google Assistant

google-home_fonearena-03

Google Home will now let you shop for everyday things using simple voice commands. The digital voice activated smart speaker will let users shop for goods from about 50 retailers across the United States such as Costco, Whole Foods, Walgreens and so on. Continue reading “Google Home will now let you shop with the help of Google Assistant”

Google Home and Amazon Echo might get support for voice calling

google-home_fonearena-03

It looks like Amazon and Google want their smart speakers to make and receive phone calls. According to a new report from the Wall Street Journal, both the companies are planning to add voice calling functionality to Amazon Echo and Google Home smart speakers.

Continue reading “Google Home and Amazon Echo might get support for voice calling”

Google Assistant opens up to developers with ‘Action on Google’

action-on-google

Google has been working on developer platform for Google Assistant in an attempt to enhance the user experience for past few weeks. In fact, Google Assistant is getting an API with the launch of ‘Actions on Google’, where developers can build Conversation Actions for Google Home. Continue reading “Google Assistant opens up to developers with ‘Action on Google’”

Google Home iFixit teardown reveals it has Chromecast internals

google-home-ifixit

iFixit has given the teardown treatment to Google Home, voice activated speaker with Google Assistant that was announced in May this year. According to iFixit, Google Home has internals similar to that of 2015 Chromecast. Continue reading “Google Home iFixit teardown reveals it has Chromecast internals”

Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Chromecast Ultra, Google WiFi and more announced – FoneArena Daily

google-pixel-xl_fonearena-02

Check out the new FoneArena Daily video that gives you a quick roundup of today’s technology news. Continue reading “Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Chromecast Ultra, Google WiFi and more announced – FoneArena Daily”