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Color Automation not working

Changing Color via automation on the google home app has stopped working. I have tried to de-link - relink the apps but still doesn't fix the problem. Only works if the automation is manually triggered. Other commands like brightness/on-off work but ...

ston001 by Community Member
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Routine with CODE - ok google - from smartphone

Before my request, I wanted to share some thoughts with you and compliment Google. I am becoming very fond of the routines through code that Google introduced with the public preview. Gradually, I am converting all the classic routines into routines ...

Oro by Community Member
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Can't use Chromecast built in app

So I can't cast my screen on my tv using Chromecast built in app from playstore I used third party apps like Mirrcast and Airscreen to connect to my tv. But I'm tired of trying to open the app instead of automatic open after startupSo I installed chr...

Action to toggle home/away

Hi. A version of this has already been asked before but the response was really lacking (ie didn't even grasp the question), so I'm asking again in different language.I would like to create an automation that will toggle my home/away setting in Googl...

JSul by Community Member
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Resolved! Multiple Nest and Speakers Responding to Commands

We have been enjoying our Google Home setup for over a year andhave had not problems. Yesterday multiple displays and speakers began replying to questions/commands. In the bedroom, when I say "Hey Google, what is the temperature?" the display in the ...

Nest cam outdoor quit

Google outdoor camera quit. Tested known good power supply and cable to no avail. Only 1.5 years old!!I have other cameras that are older and work fine. Frustrating that expensive device apparently cant be repaired!Any suggestions?

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Can the nest indoor or outdoor 1st gen camera work in -20*C?

I have a freezer for business that I would like to put a camera into so that I can monitor the product we are selling on display for the customers. I don't think the top of the freezer area will be colder than -8 or -9 but just in case the temperatur...

CEDTZ by Community Member
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