Older Google TV and Chromecast devices have received the new Home Panel feature, enabling users to manage compatible smart home devices directly from their TV. Initially launched last year, this update allows a broader range of devices, including discontinued models, to participate through a public preview program. The Home Panel integrates notifications and controls for various smart devices, enhancing the user experience. Updates to access this feature depend on software builds and the linked Google account, ensuring only specific user profiles can utilize the functionality.
The Home Panel on Google TV lets you control Google Home-compatible smart devices by accessing them on the right side of your TV.
The feature was initially launched with the Google TV Streamer last year, but Google opened a public preview program to let users enroll older devices.
This indicates that existing Chromecast users may still be included in new feature rollouts and updates, even if the Chromecast has been discontinued.
When your Google TV device gets the latest build, you should see a pop-up when you power on your device asking to set up the Home Panel.
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