You can now try the Google Home panel on Chromecast.
Now you can access AI-generated environmental art and the Google Home Panel on Chromecast with Google TV, although you need to sign up first for the Public Preview.
Users of the Chromecast with Google TV can now enjoy new features that were previously only available on the Google TV Streamer. Among the most notable features is the ability to view camera feeds, control temperature, and manage lights remotely. Additionally, a new option has been added to create custom ambient art through artificial intelligence, which can be used as a screensaver.
To access these new features, it is necessary to enable the "Public Preview" function in the Google Home app, a straightforward process that can be done in just a few steps from both the app and the web. It is important to note that this feature seems to be available via a server update and wouldn't require any additional system update on the device.
Once the option is enabled, users will see Google Home as an alternative in the notification menu, allowing them to activate the home screen panel and receive doorbell notifications on their TV. This provides access to camera feeds, thermostats, and lights connected to Google Home, similar to what the Google TV Streamer offers.
It's worth mentioning that while it's possible to experiment with these capabilities starting today, those who prefer to wait will also be able to enjoy them in due time. Currently, there are devices like the Onn 4K Pro that do not yet have these options implemented. It has also been noted that the Google TV Streamer will replace the Chromecast with Google TV in the near future, leading us to believe that if one is considering the purchase of a Chromecast, it might be advisable to do so soon, as they could run out.
In summary, the Chromecast with Google TV is being updated to offer a set of functions that enable greater interaction with smart homes and personalization through AI-generated art, thereby enriching the user experience.
