Google is opening its smart home platform so AI agents can access and control connected devices using the Model Context Protocol, with early access for Premium Advanced users.
Google is launching early access to an MCP server for Google Home that lets AI agents such as Claude and ChatGPT control connected devices and access smart home activity through natural language.
Why it matters: It lets third-party AI assistants directly operate smart home devices and read camera and activity data, rather than only Google's own assistant.
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Google opens smart home to AI agents via MCP integration
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“Google is launching early access to a new MCP server for Google Home, allowing AI agents like Claude, ChatGPT, and others to control connected devices, review camera summaries, and access smart home activity using natural language.”
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