Google’s smart home devices have become notorious for their glitches and bugs, leaving users frustrated and confused. The latest complaints are pouring in on Reddit and Google’s support forums, with many users reporting issues such as disappearing devices, broken routines, and smart home hubs behaving erratically.
The problems are not new, but they seem to be increasing in frequency. Two years ago, a user reported that their Nest Hub had been stuck on the boot screen for days, despite repeated attempts at factory resets. Similarly, another user found that their smart home only worked if they physically unplugged and replugged everything every 48 hours.
Despite numerous complaints, Google’s responses are often vague, with users being told “we’re looking into it.” Frustrated users have resorted to clever workarounds and homebrew replacements. The issue extends beyond Google Home, with other tech giants such as Apple and Amazon also experiencing similar problems with their smart devices.
The problem is not just a matter of technical issues, but also reflects broader industry shortcomings in terms of standards and fundamentals. As AI technology advances, it’s clear that even the most advanced systems can struggle with basic tasks. While Google’s AI division has made significant breakthroughs, its smart home products still require further development.
For now, users are left to deal with the frustration of a smart home system that is supposed to make their lives easier, but often ends up causing more problems. As one user put it, “the future of the smart home is not broken,” but it’s clear that Google needs to do better if it wants to deliver on its promises.
Source: https://www.techspot.com/news/108767-redditors-fed-up-google-home-growing-list-glitches.html