Back in April, Google announced that they were bringing support for multiple users to Google Home. This feature has been available in the US for a while, and now Google is expanding it to the UK.
Google Home in the UK now offers support for multiple users. The news of the new feature for the UK was recently added to a support page for the device.
Personalized Experience for Multiple Users
Share Google Home with family and friends by linking multiple users to a single Google Home. After linking your Google Account and voice to your Assistant, you’ll hear personalized info, like commute times and your daily brief, as well as your favorite music. Up to 6 people can link their Google Account and voice to a single Google Home. Note: Google Home will remember your voice until you unlink your Google Account and voice.
Important: This functionality is only available in the US and UK.
This new feature allows each user to have a personalized experience with Google Home. For instance, when you ask Google Home about your day, it can provide you with your specific calendar events, reminders, and even your preferred news sources. This is made possible through voice recognition technology that distinguishes between different users.
How to Set Up Multiple Users
Setting up multiple users on Google Home is straightforward. Each user needs to link their Google Account and voice to the device. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Open the Google Home app on your smartphone.
2. Tap on the device you want to link your account to.
3. Select “Link your account” and follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Train the Assistant to recognize your voice by repeating a few phrases.
Once set up, Google Home can switch between users seamlessly. For example, if one person asks for their commute time, Google Home will provide information relevant to their route and traffic conditions. If another user asks for their daily brief, it will deliver personalized news, weather, and calendar updates.
Benefits of Multiple User Support
The ability to support multiple users makes Google Home a more versatile and family-friendly device. Here are some of the key benefits:
– Personalized Music Playlists: Each user can link their music streaming accounts, such as Spotify or YouTube Music, allowing Google Home to play personalized playlists and recommendations.
– Individualized Reminders and Alarms: Users can set their own reminders and alarms, which Google Home will recognize and announce accordingly.
– Enhanced Privacy: Since Google Home can distinguish between voices, it ensures that personal information is only shared with the right person.
Expanding Beyond the US and UK
While this functionality is currently available only in the US and UK, there are plans to expand it to other regions. This expansion will make Google Home even more appealing to a global audience, offering the same level of personalized interaction and convenience.
You can find out more details about using multiple users on your Google Home device over at Google at the link below.
Source Google, Android Police
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