Home » Chromebook Apps » Google Home App for Chromebook: 2026 Guide & Features

Google Home App for Chromebook: 2026 Guide & Features

by Frank Cross Post Updated: January 20, 2026

The Google Home app for Chromebook is a centralized dashboard that lets you control smart home devices, like lights, cameras, and thermostats,directly from your laptop.

Instead of reaching for your phone, you can view security camera feeds on your larger Chromebook screen or adjust the temperature while you work.

In 2026, the app received a major overhaul with Gemini AI integration, allowing you to create complex automations using plain English and search your camera history by asking questions like “Did a package arrive today?”

You can do a lot more, and this guide covers how to install Google Home on your Chromebook, complete with screenshots and a detailed features list.

If you need help or have any feedback, feel free to contact us or leave a comment below.

Contents

How to Install Google Home on Chromebook

Open the Launcher (Circle icon in the bottom-left corner).
Click on the Google Play Store icon.
Type “Google Home” in the search bar.
Click the green Install button.
Open the app and log in with your primary Google account.

Download Google Home App

What’s New in the 2026 Update?

The “Favorites” Tab

The old list view is gone. You can now pin your most important devices (like the front door camera or living room lights) to a custom dashboard.

“Spaces” Categories: At the top, click Lighting, Climate, or Wi-Fi to instantly filter your view.

Gemini Intelligence

Help Me Script: Want a complex routine? Just type “Close the blinds and turn on the TV when the sun sets,” and Gemini will write the automation code for you.

Ask Home: Search your camera history by asking questions like, “Did the kids leave their bikes in the driveway?”

Music Integration

Link your accounts to control media across the house. Supports: