Tuesday, August 9, 2022
  • Hype
  • Murai
  • Lipstiq
  • Diva
  • Varnam
  • Moviedash
  • Autofreaks
Lowyat.NET
  • News
    • Lifestyle
    • Computing
    • Hardware
    • Internet
    • Rumours & Leaks
    • Software
  • Forums
    • Kopitiam
    • Tradezone
    • Property Talk
    • Finance & Business
    • Fast and Furious
  • Gaming
    • PC Gaming
    • Console
    • Esports
  • Mobile
    • Apps
    • OS
    • Tablets
    • Phones
    • Telco
      • Celcom
      • DiGi
      • Maxis
      • Tune Talk
      • U Mobile
      • Buzzme
  • Pricelists
    • Hardware
      • Compu-zone
      • Viewnet
      • Thundermatch
      • Sri Computers
    • Notebooks
      • Compu-zone
    • Smartphones
      • Thundermatch
  • More
    • Automotive Tech
    • Drone
    • Enterprise
    • Entertainment
    • Fashion
    • E-Hailing
    • Wearables
No Result
View All Result
Lowyat.NET
  • News
    • Lifestyle
    • Computing
    • Hardware
    • Internet
    • Rumours & Leaks
    • Software
  • Forums
    • Kopitiam
    • Tradezone
    • Property Talk
    • Finance & Business
    • Fast and Furious
  • Gaming
    • PC Gaming
    • Console
    • Esports
  • Mobile
    • Apps
    • OS
    • Tablets
    • Phones
    • Telco
      • Celcom
      • DiGi
      • Maxis
      • Tune Talk
      • U Mobile
      • Buzzme
  • Pricelists
    • Hardware
      • Compu-zone
      • Viewnet
      • Thundermatch
      • Sri Computers
    • Notebooks
      • Compu-zone
    • Smartphones
      • Thundermatch
  • More
    • Automotive Tech
    • Drone
    • Enterprise
    • Entertainment
    • Fashion
    • E-Hailing
    • Wearables
No Result
View All Result
Lowyat.NET
No Result
View All Result
Home News

The Google Home Hub Is A Google Assistant With A 7-Inch Display

by John Law
October 10, 2018
100
SHARES
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

It looks like earlier reports about the Google Home Hub were confirmed today during Google’s earlier event. The device features a 7-inch touch display, laid out horizontally and attached to a base (which is also its speaker) that is wrapped in a very pretty looking cloth-like material.

As many would expect of the device, the Home Hub is designed to act like a personal assistant to its owner. Of course, this is all done via the the on-board Google Assistant, which enables the Home Hub to perform a variety of tasks. Such as addressing the user’s question by pulling related material directly from the internet, to playing a YouTube video that shows you how to make your favourite dish.

One thing about the Home Hub is that it doesn’t have a built-in camera at the front. This is a deliberate move by Google, and it was done in an effort to create a device that users would feel comfortable placing in the “private spaces” of their homes. Without the worrying needlessly if the device’s security has been compromised.

In place of a camera, Google has equipped an Ambient EQ light sensor that automatically adjusts the display’s brightness based on the lighting in the room. This allows the Home Hub to display your photos (taken from Google Photos, naturally) at brightness level that suits the time of day. Rather than just leaving at a set brightness level, which can be quite distracting.

ADVERTISEMENT

Moving on, the Home Hub can also act as a central node of a connected home. This means that users are able to control the majority of their smart appliances and home entertainment devices. Provided that these devices are compatible with the Home Hub. That really shouldn’t be an issue though, considering Google says that its product is compatible with over 10000 types of smart devices, made by more than 1000 brands.

As an example, some of these devices includes a thermostat from Nest, smart lightbulbs from Philips’ Hue range, and even a virtual TV remote from Vizio. But that’s not all: Google has also created a Home app for mobile, which essentially gives you the same controls as the Home Hub. Allowing you to control your device while away from home.

The Google Home Hub will first be sold in the US, Canada, and the UK. Users in the regions can pre-order the device from the Google Store starting today. The device will then be physically available for purchase on 22 October 2018, and will retail for US$149 (~RM619).

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Telegram for more updates and breaking news. 

Back to top
Share40Tweet25SendShare

ADVERTISEMENT

RELATED ARTICLES

Lenovo ThinkPad P15v P14s Gen 3 AMD
Laptops

Lenovo Updates Its Third-Gen ThinkPad P15v And P14s Laptops With New AMD Variants

by Heirul Kamel
August 9, 2022
E-commerce

Food Delivery Riders To Require Goods Driving Licence

by Ikmal Rozlan
August 9, 2022
netflix streaming ad-supported tier content subscription app
Gaming

Netflix Games Are Played By Less Than One Percent Of Subscribers

by Ian Chee
August 9, 2022
(Image source: MSI via Videocardz.)
Hardware

MSI Announces Low-Profile Intel ARC A380 Graphics Card

by John Law
August 9, 2022
Load More
No Result
View All Result

TRENDING TODAY

  1. 1
    Fintech

    Maybank Apple Pay Page Is Now Live [UPDATED]

  2. 2
    Fintech

    Apple Pay Finally Arrives In Malaysia: Supports Maybank, AmBank, and Standard Chartered

  3. 3
    Fintech

    Apple Pay Signage Appears At Maxis Centre And Website (UPDATED)

  4. 4
    Laptops

    2022 Acer Swift 5 Lands In Malaysia With New Design and 12th Gen Intel Core

  5. 5
    Mobile

    ASUS Zenfone 9 Will Not Be Launching In Malaysia

Consumer Tech News & Reviews Malaysia

NETWORK

  • Hype
  • Murai
  • Lipstiq
  • Diva
  • Varnam
  • Moviedash
  • Autofreaks

ABOUT

  • Advertise
  • Careers
  • Privacy Statement
  • Contact Us
  • Editorial Policy
  • Terms & Conditions

©2022 LOWYAT MEDIA, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

No Result
View All Result
  • News
    • Lifestyle
    • Computing
    • Hardware
    • Internet
    • Rumours & Leaks
    • Software
  • Forums
    • Kopitiam
    • Tradezone
    • Property Talk
    • Finance & Business
    • Fast and Furious
  • Gaming
    • PC Gaming
    • Console
    • Esports
  • Mobile
    • Apps
    • OS
    • Tablets
    • Phones
    • Telco
      • Celcom
      • DiGi
      • Maxis
      • Tune Talk
      • U Mobile
      • Buzzme
  • Pricelists
    • Hardware
      • Compu-zone
      • Viewnet
      • Thundermatch
      • Sri Computers
    • Notebooks
      • Compu-zone
    • Smartphones
      • Thundermatch
  • More
    • Automotive Tech
    • Drone
    • Enterprise
    • Entertainment
    • Fashion
    • E-Hailing
    • Wearables

©2022 LOWYAT MEDIA, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn More.