Google Assistant can be used on any device in your home. Smart displays such as the Google Assistant are available on all types of devices, including basic smartphones and smart speakers. Nest Hub Max, Google Chromecast, and lots more, the assistant is often only a “Hey Google” away from helping. That feature comes in really handy around Thanksgiving, when there’s a whole lot to do and not a lot of time to do it. Here’s how Google Assistant can help make your holiday gathering a little easier.
Find recipes and conversions
If you have a Nest smart display or an Android phone, you can tap any recipe you find and say, “Hey Google, add to my cookbook.” Then, when you’re ready in the kitchen, you can simply ask to see your cookbook. With compatible recipes and devices, you can even say, “Hey Google, start cooking,” in a recipe, and Google will walk you through the steps (this trick is primarily for smart displays).
When you actually start cooking, you can use Google Assistant to set important timers, which is really handy when you’re juggling multiple timers simultaneously. Or you can ask any kind of recipe questions, like, “What’s a substitute for zucchini?” or “How many ounces are in a cup?” You can even ask Thanksgiving questions like, “How do I brine a turkey?” or “How long do I thaw a turkey?”
Set important reminders
If there’s a lot on your Thanksgiving plate, you can avoid forgetting things with Google Assistant. It can set reminders for important events. That could be anything from “get ready to get the turkey out of the oven” to “remind Uncle Kevin to take his medication.” Remember to specify a time for Google Assistant to send you an alert about the message it saved for you.
When your calls are placed on hold, let Google Assistant take care of you
Do you spend Thanksgiving booking rooms and making reservations? It can cause a lot of waiting time on the phone. If so, you might consider a Pixel phone. Hold for meA special Google Assistant capability that allows you to keep the line open and will monitor it for real people. Google Assistant will notify when you receive a notification. Google Assistant can display recorded messages on-screen so you can monitor them from far away.
The right meat thermometer will allow you to cook.
A Monitors for the meat thermometerThe internal temperature of large meat dishes can be monitored by smart versions. These versions can send notifications to your phone and allow remote control. Some models are compatible with Google Home and Google Assistant. This allows you to use tools you know and ask questions regarding the progress of your meat. One of the most sought-after models is FireBoardHowever, other smart thermometers work well together.
Order your last-minute groceries
You forgot to buy any essential utensils or ingredients before you begin cooking your Thanksgiving meal. Don’t worry – Google Assistant can help you shop right from your kitchen — as long as you are willing to Use the Walmart grocery service as this. It even makes suggestions for particular types of food if you aren’t sure what you want! For a quick pick-up, just ask someone to stop by.
If you’re a few days out, make sure you have a payment method connected to Google Assistant, and then you can use voice commands to order products from a variety of stores, including Walmart, Target, Costco, PetSmart, Walgreens, and others.
Temperature can be raised or lowered
Nest thermostatsYou can easily set a thermostat temperature using a simple word to Google Assistant. Other smart thermostatsGoogle Assistant can also be used by Emerson and Honeywell, among others. This allows for targeted control, which is very useful during Thanksgiving. You may find it helpful to be able to lower the temperature if the house is full and the kitchen is busy. Or when it’s getting late and grandma is starting to complain about being cold, you can turn up the heat a notch with a word.
The big games are on!
Google Assistant is able to provide the most recent scores for any Thanksgiving game. You don’t have to stop there. You can use a Google Chromecast, or any TV that supports it. Google TVAndroid TV and Android TV can be controlled with Google Assistant commands. These include turning up the volume or finding the right channel. Google Assistant supports connected speakers such as a smart speaker. Sonos soundbar, even better! That way, you don’t need to find the remote to switch between games or get the channel you want.
Contact distant relatives
Google Assistant also allows you to start a voice conversation with any of your contacts via a microphone. Nest Audio speaker — or even a video chat if you have something The Nest Hub. That feature makes it really easy to connect with family members who may not be able to be present (they’ll need Google Assistant too, but that’s fairly easy to arrange). Don’t let Thanksgiving go by without making sure you make contact with all of your loved ones.
Take the kids to school
Google Assistant is always available to entertain children for a short time. Ask it to play a specific game or Mad Libs. You can even ask for a Thanksgiving game — Google often adds seasonal activities to Google Assistant. If you have a Nest smart speaker, this feature will work best!
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