You can't change the name your Google Home responds to, but you can change the device's name in the app — here's how

Google Home is an in-home speaker system that functions as a personal assistant, linking all of your smart devices on one device. You can control your devices using either vocal commands or via the Google Home app.

When giving commands, you have to say "Hey, Google" or "Okay, Google," and unfortunately this can't be changed. 

However, you can change the name of your device in the Google Home app, which can be useful for distinguishing between different devices on your home network.

Here's how to change your Google Home's name in the app.

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Google Home (From $79.99 at Best Buy)

iPhone 11 (From $699.99 at Best Buy)

Samsung Galaxy S10 (From $899.99 at Best Buy)

How to change your Google Home device name

1. Open the Google Home app on your iPhone or Android device.

2. On your home screen, find the name of the room your Google Home is in, then tap on the image or name of the speaker.

3. In the speaker's menu, tap the Settings button, which is represented by a gear icon, at the top-right of your screen.

4. In your device's Settings menu, tap "Name" to change your device's name.

5. Type in the new name for your device, then tap "Ok."

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