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Google Home and Nest Speakers Receive Firmware Update 3.79.550760 in Preview Program
Key points
- Firmware update 3.79.550760 is in Preview Program.
- Targets Google Home, Home Mini, Nest Mini, Nest Audio.
- Includes audio, Wi-Fi, Assistant, smart home improvements.
- Public release expected in a few weeks.
New Firmware for Older Speakers
Google has released firmware version 3.79.550760 to its Preview Program for several older smart speakers. Devices included in this testing phase are the Google Home (2016), Home Mini (2017), Nest Mini (2019), and Nest Audio (2020). The Google Home Max and the recently launched Home Speaker are not part of this specific update wave.
Key Improvements
The update focuses on five main areas: audio and media streaming, setup and Wi-Fi connectivity, Google Assistant experience, smart home control, and overall performance and stability. These changes aim to address common user feedback and enhance device functionality.
Preview Program Details
Users can opt into the Preview Program via the Google Home app to receive this update. Updates are automatically installed overnight. The 3.79 update is expected to roll out to the general public in a few weeks, following the completion of the preview testing phase.
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Reporting from
Google is testing firmware update 3.79.550760 for older Google Home and Nest speakers through its Preview Program. This update includes improvements to audio, Wi-Fi connectivity, Google Assistant, smart home control, and overall stability.