Developers Can Now Make Device-Specific Commands For Google Assistant
Justin Lam — March 13, 2018 — Tech
References: blog.google & techcrunch
Google is now making its assistant more flexible by allowing developers the ability to build device-specific commands for Google Assistant. Previously, developers were given the opportunity to build commands through Actions -- Actions are apps that are controlled through voice and Google Assistant -- but had to work across all Google Assistant devices. However, this new update will allow developers to create specific commands that work on only one device and are locked specifically to that device.
These device-specific commands will allow developers to better integrate Google Assistant into emerging technology and will allow for expansion past regular smart home commands. Google has announced this new developer option in a blog post, but the company is also showcasing the potential of device-specific commands at SXSW. At the entertainment festival, Google is showcasing beer-serving and sock-sorting robots designed with device-specific commands.
These device-specific commands will allow developers to better integrate Google Assistant into emerging technology and will allow for expansion past regular smart home commands. Google has announced this new developer option in a blog post, but the company is also showcasing the potential of device-specific commands at SXSW. At the entertainment festival, Google is showcasing beer-serving and sock-sorting robots designed with device-specific commands.
Trend Themes
1. Device-specific Commands - The ability to create specific commands for individual devices opens up new possibilities for customization and integration within the Google Assistant ecosystem.
2. Integration of Emerging Technology - Developers can now better integrate Google Assistant into emerging technologies, such as beer-serving and sock-sorting robots, by leveraging device-specific commands.
3. Expanding Beyond Smart Home Commands - With the introduction of device-specific commands, developers can now expand the capabilities of Google Assistant beyond regular smart home commands.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Technology - The ability to create device-specific commands for Google Assistant opens up new opportunities for innovation in the smart home technology industry.
2. Robotics - Developers can leverage device-specific commands to create more advanced and specialized robotic applications, as showcased at SXSW with beer-serving and sock-sorting robots.
3. Emerging Technology - The integration of Google Assistant with emerging technologies can be further enhanced by leveraging device-specific commands, unlocking new disruptive innovation opportunities.
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