This function, which was already available for Android, offers a more convenient and faster experience for managing lights, blinds, thermostats and other connected devices.
Control your home from your iPhone
The new Google Home widget allows users to have instant access to the actions and devices they use most frequently. According to Google’s official description, the Favorites widget provides “quick control of your actions, automations and devices.” This means that with just one touch, users will be able to turn lights on or off, adjust the thermostat temperature, or check the status of sensors, all without having to open the app.
This widget is available in three different sizes: small (to control 4 devices), medium (8 devices), and large (9-12 devices). Each of these sizes displays a series of “cards” with icons representing the different devices, the device name, and its current status. The arrangement of these devices in the widget follows the same order as in the main tab of the Google Home application, which makes managing the home automation be easy for users.
Widget cards offer immediate control over common devices, such as lights and blinds, which can be activated or deactivated directly from the home screen. Additionally, some cards include a small chevron in the corner, indicating that tapping on them will open the device control page for more detailed options.
Home automation on the iPhone
In the case of thermostats or temperature sensors, the widget directly display the current temperatureallowing users to visually and quickly track the conditions of their home. This functionality makes the Google Home widget not only a useful tool for device control, but also a source of immediate information.
iPhone and iPad users must have Google Home version 3.24.101 to access the new widget. Some may need to join the public preview program, as this functionality will likely arrive at the same time for everyone.
With the launch of the Favorites widget on iPhone and iPad, Google improves the integration of your ecosystem of smart devices with Apple. This functionality provides a more fluid and accessible experience for users. Smart device control is expanding, and Google continues to innovate to make it easier to use.
This widget joins other features that simplify connected home management, as a convenient alternative that allows users to control their devices directly from the home screen, thus improving their daily lives. Update right now.
