Google Assistant adds open support for speakers, streaming boxes, etc.

Google expands the support for Google Assistant by allowing developers to connect a variety of smart home entertainment devices to the virtual assistant. These include audio-video receivers, streaming boxes, streaming sticks, soundbars/streaming soundbars, and speakers. This new announcement makes the documentation public, allowing more device makers to integrate their products to the Google Assistant ecosystem. 

Google also introduces support for viewing and selecting TV channels using Google Assistant, making it more useful for TV users. But these features won't be outright available, device makers still need to develop new products or integrate Google Assistant into their lineup. Google will be talking about these new features at its "Hey Google" Smart Home Virtual Summit on July 8.

Source: Google, Via: 9to5Google