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Google has begun rolling out early access to a Model Context Protocol server for Google Home, enabling MCP-compatible AI agents to interact with connected devices and retrieve smart home event history. The phased release is limited to U.S. subscribers on the $20-per-month Google Home Premium Advanced plan.
Agents Gain Home Access
The Home MCP connection allows supported agents, including Claude, Hermes, OpenClaw, ChatGPT and Google Antigravity, to act on natural-language requests. Google says users can control devices, monitor household activity, review camera summaries and create custom smart home dashboards.
Compatibility extends across the Google Home ecosystem, covering products such as Google Nest doorbells and thermostats as well as third-party devices carrying Works with Google Home support or using Matter, including connected light bulbs.
Setup Requires Cloud Configuration
Early users must create a Google Cloud project and configure it for Home MCP. They then provide the resulting MCP configuration to their chosen agent, which guides them through signing in and granting permissions. Google also plans to publish setup instructions through the Google Home Developer Center.
Consumer Use of MCP
Google already supports MCP across parts of Google Cloud, its data platforms, developer tools and Google Workspace. Extending the protocol to Google Home brings the same agent-connection approach to consumers experimenting with automated everyday tasks rather than limiting it to workplace and development services.
Availability Remains Narrow
Access is rolling out over several weeks rather than becoming available to every eligible subscriber immediately. Google has not said whether Home MCP will reach cheaper Google Home plans or markets outside the United States.
During early access, the company is collecting feedback through its Smart Home for Developers Community. The restricted release means broader availability, including any expansion by tier or region, remains unannounced.
Source: Your AI agents can now control your Google Home devices
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