5 Things You Didn’t Know You Can Do with The Google Assistant and Chromecast
You might be a relative newcomer to the world of The Google Assistant, or Chromecast, then again you might be a seasoned veteran who has enjoyed their many benefits from the start. Either way there are a few tips and tricks that will either get you well on the way to enjoying an even more convenient, connected home and life, or may even surprise you in a sort of ‘I had no idea I could do that’ kind of way...
If you want to know more, if harnessing the ever more incredible power of The Google Assistant and Chromecast sounds like something you might just enjoy then read on, a little knowledge can be a very useful thing.
With that in mind, here are five things that you can do with Chromecast and The Google Assistant that might just surprise you.
Get help with the little things in life
We all know that the Google Assistant is quite handy at lining up all your favourite tunes, playlists and even suggesting new content that you might really like. For a device such as the Panasonic GA10 smart speaker however, that’s barely scratching the surface of what this stylish little smart speaker is capable of. You can set reminders for all kinds of eventualities for example; “OK Google, remind me that my dentist appointment is next Monday at 11:30” or how about “OK Google, remind me about mum’s birthday a week before”. It could be any number of things, but Google has got your back.
Save time (and dinner)
The Google Assistant is equally adept in the kitchen, where a simple voice command can set a timer for however long your culinary creation might take to cook, what could be simpler, or safer?
Why trawl through pages of TV listings searching for your favourite series or that movie you haven’t seen? A simple voice command (or query) such as “OK Google, when is Doctor Who on again”? Then set a simple reminder to make sure you don’t miss it...Simple.
While we are saving time, why not check that morning’s traffic, or train times? Useful, right!
Pairing up for sound
The real genius of The Google Assistant and Chromecast lies in sheer versatility. The Panasonic HC2020 with Chromecast built-in is minimalistic in design but don’t be fooled by its sleek exterior, beneath lies a wealth of possibilities. Linking it with the Google Assistant speaker, for example, gives you instant hands free control over every aspect of your music, playing streaming services such as Spotify, podcasts and Google Play music, all by simple voice commands.
You can also stream content directly to the HC2020 from your smart phone or tablet, and since Chromecast supports high resolution sound sources you’ll be able to enjoy your content in incredible quality. You can even group compatible devices to play the same content across several speakers anywhere in your home.
Pairing up for more!
What is true of Chromecast built-in Hi fi systems is equally true of Televisions; if your TV has Chromecast built-in, then The Google Assistant and Chromecast are just waiting to impress you further. Streaming services from all the big players, services such as YouTube, Google Play Movies, ALL4, Netflix and HBO are all compatible with voice commands once your account has been added to the Google Home App. Who needs remote control when simple voice commands such as “OK Google, next episode”, “OK Google, rewind 30 minutes” or “OK Google, pause/stop/subtitles on” give you all the control you might ever need!
Lights, camera...
Now that the Google Assistant and your Chromecast built-in hi-fi have flexed their muscles and shown off a little, it’s time to really impress. Your Panasonic GA10 smart speaker with The Google assistant built-in can work together with apps such as Google Home to control other aspects of your home in conjunction with your voice commands. Google Assistant compatible devices such as smart home light bulbs, thermostats, and even security cameras and other home appliances can be operated off-site, including older technology that has been fitted to the mains via a compatible smart plug. All you need to do is set the relevant devices up according to the manufacturer’s instructions then add them on the Google Home app for complete control anytime, anywhere.
So if you are the proud owner of a smart speaker such as the Panasonic GA10 with The Google Assistant, or the HC2020 hi fi with Chromecast built-in it might just be time to enjoy a whole new range of ways in which they can work together to save you time and make life better!