Google Assistant Archives

Google Assistant not saying names in routines, fix in the works

Google Assistant routines are part of the core features that make the virtual assistant tick. These are a series of automated actions that keep users updated on their day-to...

Oct 12, 2023 2 Min Read

Bugs and Issues

Google Assistant not responding to voice commands on Home & Nest speakers after latest update? Here's the official word

Over the past week, several Google Nest and Home owners have noticed that the Google Assistant is not responding to voice commands despite having not touched their setups. Fresh from...

Oct 03, 2023 1 Min Read

Bugs and Issues

[Updated] Unlike Amazon Alexa, Google Nest (Assistant) users still can't disable annoying 'by the way' tips years later

New updates are being added at the bottom of this story……. Original story (published on February 28, 2023) follows: Google Assistant users on Nest and Home devices still can’...

Jul 28, 2023 2 Min Read

Android

[Updated] Google Pixel 'Hold your earbud' notification very annoying? Here's how to disable it

Here’s the crux of the article in video form: New updates are being added at the bottom of this story……. Original story (published on May 29, 2023) follows...

May 31, 2023 2 Min Read

Bugs and Issues

Sonos bug where Google Assistant won't play music gets acknowledged, fix in the works

Sonos is in the news once again. This time, some are facing issues while playing music on Sonos speakers. Playing music on Sonos using Google Assistant According to reports (1...

Apr 28, 2023 2 Min Read

Bugs and Issues

[Updated] Google Assistant keeps saying "Sorry, I don't understand" shortly after executing command? Issue under investigation

New updates are being added at the bottom of this story……. Original story (published on March 3, 2021) follows: There has recently been a slew of complaints regarding Google Assistant...

Mar 28, 2023 3 Min Read

Android

Opinion: Assistant 'quick phrases' feature shouldn't be limited to Google devices

Google’s hardware products are available in a very limited capacity, both in terms of unit count and geographical reach. The most recent Pixel 7, for instance, can only...

Mar 27, 2023 3 Min Read

Apps

Google Assistant not playing music to speaker groups or says 'Sorry, I didn't understand', issue acknowledged (workaround)

Google Assistant is one of the most useful and versatile tools in the company’s extensive catalog. What started as a virtual assistant for smartphones has become the control...

Feb 22, 2023 2 Min Read

Google

Opinion poll: Is Google Assistant on Home & Nest devices getting worse?

CES is usually the first major event of the year where tech companies get to showcase what they’ve been working on over the previous year and what’...

Feb 06, 2023 3 Min Read

Bugs and Issues

Some Google Assistant users unable to set timer or reminder through voice commands

Life becomes easy with good virtual or voice assistants and that’s where Google Assistant thrives. It efficiently accomplishes your tasks by simply saying ‘OK’ or ‘...

Dec 07, 2022 1 Min Read

Bugs and Issues

[Updated] Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Google Assistant not working or activating, potential workaround inside

New updates are being added at the bottom of this story……. Original story (published on September 02, 2022) follows: Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is one of the best alternatives...

Nov 29, 2022 2 Min Read

Android 13

[Updated] Google Assistant stuck in dark mode after Android 13 stable update even with light theme enabled

New updates are being added at the bottom of this story……. Original story (published on August 19, 2022) follows: Google Assistant is Google’s voice assistant just like Amazon...

Nov 01, 2022 2 Min Read