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Google Home Automations Stay as Phone-Based Actions End in Early May

Google clarified the scope after device alerts led some users to fear a broader shutdown of smart-home routines.

Overview

  • Google confirmed to Android Authority that only phone-related actions inside Google Home automations are being removed in early May.
  • Device messages warned that “phone actions and automations will no longer be available,” which caused confusion about wider feature loss.
  • Android Authority first reported the confusing alerts, then published Google’s clarification after asking the company for details.
  • Removed actions include checking a phone’s battery level, turning Do Not Disturb on or off, and setting the phone’s volume.
  • Other automations will keep working, so users only need to update routines that rely on phone functions.