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Google Home workaround restores RGB color controls for smart bulbs

Google Home is reportedly removing RGB color control functionality from certain smart bulbs. This issue prevents users from adjusting the colors of their smart lighting through the Google Home app. A workaround has been identified that allows users to restore these color controls, ensuring their smart bulbs retain their full functionality. AI

IMPACT Minor inconvenience for users of Google Home and smart bulbs; workaround available.

RANK_REASON This is a product-specific issue with a workaround, not a major release or policy change.

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Google Home workaround restores RGB color controls for smart bulbs

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Google Home is stripping RGB color controls from smart bulbs, but this workaround can bring it back Your lights are still smart, they just need a little reminde

    Google Home is stripping RGB color controls from smart bulbs, but this workaround can bring it back Your lights are still smart, they just need a little reminder of their colors. https://www. androidauthority.com/google-ho me-rgb-smart-bulb-problem-3661539/ # Tech # Technology # …