Yes, Google Home Assistant can deliver daily news highlights, providing a quick summary of current events, weather updates, and stories from your preferred news sources.

Whether you’re using a Google Nest speaker or a Nest Hub with a screen, accessing daily news is simple and customisable.

Here’s how to set it up and use it:

How to Get Daily News Highlights

1. Using Voice Commands

• Say:
  • “Hey Google, what’s the news today?”
  • “Hey Google, play daily news highlights.”
• Google Assistant will play news summaries or show video highlights (on devices with screens).

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2. Customising News Sources

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Tap on your profile picture or Settings.
3. Navigate to News under the Assistant Settings.
4. Tap Add news sources and select your preferred outlets (e.g., BBC, CNN, NPR).
5. Arrange the order of sources by dragging and dropping them.

3. Viewing News on a Google Nest Hub

• If you have a Google Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max, you can watch video news highlights.
• Say: “Hey Google, show me the news.”
• Google Assistant will display video updates or summaries from your selected sources.

Features of Daily News Highlights

• Personalised Updates: Google Assistant curates news based on your selected preferences and location.
• Voice and Visual Options: Listen on speakers or watch video highlights on Nest Hub.
• Time-Saving: Get concise, summarised updates without browsing websites or apps.

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Quick FAQs

1. Can I Choose Specific News Categories?

Yes, select categories like technology, sports, or politics by choosing specific sources that cover those topics.

2. Can I Skip a News Segment?

Yes, say: “Hey Google, skip.” to move to the next news story.

3. Does Google Assistant Offer Local News?

Yes, Google Assistant can provide local news based on your location if supported by your chosen news outlets.

4. Can I Set a Routine for News Highlights?

Yes, create a routine in the Google Home app:

• Example: Add “Play news” to your Morning Routine triggered by “Hey Google, good morning.”

5. Can I Watch Live News?

Yes, some sources offer live video news updates on Google Nest Hub.

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Conclusion

Google Home Assistant makes it easy to stay informed with daily news highlights tailored to your preferences. Whether you want audio summaries or video updates, you can customise your experience and access the latest headlines with just a simple voice command.