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How To Add Wyze Camera To Google Home

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Prerequisites

Before you can add your Wyze Camera to Google Home, there are a few prerequisites that you need to ensure are in place:

  • You will need a Wyze Camera, such as Wyze Cam v2 or Wyze Cam Pan.
  • A stable internet connection is required for both your Wyze Camera and Google Home device.
  • Make sure you have the Google Home app installed on your smartphone or tablet.
  • Your Wyze Camera should already be set up and configured using the Wyze app on your mobile device.
  • Ensure that you have a Google Home device, such as Google Home Mini, Google Nest Hub, or any other compatible device that supports Google Assistant voice control.

Once you have all these prerequisites in place, you are ready to proceed with adding your Wyze Camera to Google Home. Let’s move on to the next step.

Step 1: Install the Wyze App

The first step in adding your Wyze Camera to Google Home is to install the Wyze app on your mobile device. The Wyze app is available for both iOS and Android devices and can be easily downloaded from the App Store or Google Play Store.

Here’s how you can install the Wyze app:

  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone or the Google Play Store on your Android device.
  2. In the search bar, type “Wyze” and tap on the Wyze app from the search results.
  3. Tap the “Install” or “Get” button to download and install the app on your device.
  4. Once the installation is complete, open the Wyze app.
  5. Follow the prompts to create a Wyze account if you don’t already have one. If you have an existing account, simply sign in.

Now that you have successfully installed the Wyze app, you are ready to move on to the next step, which involves setting up your Wyze Camera.

Step 2: Set Up Your Wyze Camera

Now that you have the Wyze app installed on your mobile device, it’s time to set up your Wyze Camera. Follow these steps to get started:

  1. Launch the Wyze app and sign in with your Wyze account credentials.
  2. Tap the “+” icon in the top-left corner of the screen to add a new device.
  3. Select “Wyze Cam” or “Wyze Cam Pan” from the list of available devices.
  4. Make sure your Wyze Camera is plugged into an electrical outlet and positioned where you want it to be.
  5. Press and hold the setup button located on the bottom of the camera until you hear a voice prompt saying, “Ready to connect.”
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions in the Wyze app to connect your camera to your Wi-Fi network. Make sure you enter the correct Wi-Fi credentials when prompted.
  7. Wait for the Wyze app to establish a connection with your camera. Once connected, you should see a live video feed from your Wyze Camera on the app.
  8. Give your Wyze Camera a name and customize any other settings according to your preferences.
  9. Once you have completed the setup process, your Wyze Camera is ready to be connected to Google Home.

With your Wyze Camera successfully set up, it’s time to move on to the next step, where we will connect your Wyze account with Google Home.

Step 3: Connect Your Wyze Account with Google Home

In order to add your Wyze Camera to Google Home, you need to connect your Wyze account with the Google Home app. Follow these steps to establish the connection:

  1. Open the Google Home app on your smartphone or tablet.
  2. Tap on the “+” icon in the top-left corner of the screen to add a new device.
  3. Select “Set up device” from the list of options.
  4. Choose “Have something already set up?” when prompted.
  5. Scroll through the list of available device types and select “Wyze.”
  6. You will be directed to the Wyze login screen. Enter your Wyze account credentials and tap “Sign in.”
  7. Grant permission for Google Home to access your Wyze account by tapping “Allow” when prompted.
  8. Wait for the Google Home app to establish a connection with your Wyze account. This may take a few moments.
  9. Once the connection is successful, you will see a confirmation message on the screen.

Congratulations! At this point, you have successfully connected your Wyze account with Google Home. Now, let’s proceed to the next step and add your Wyze Camera to Google Home.

Step 4: Add Wyze Camera to Google Home

Now that your Wyze account is connected to the Google Home app, it’s time to add your Wyze Camera to Google Home. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Google Home app on your mobile device.
  2. Tap on the “+” icon in the top-left corner of the screen to add a new device.
  3. Select “Set up device” from the list of options.
  4. Choose “Have something already set up?” when prompted.
  5. Scroll through the list of available device types and select “Wyze.”
  6. You will see a list of available Wyze cameras connected to your Wyze account. Select the Wyze Camera you want to add to Google Home.
  7. Assign a room to your Wyze Camera by selecting from the list of available rooms in the Google Home app, or create a new room if needed.
  8. Tap “Next” to proceed and follow any additional on-screen instructions.
  9. Wait for the Google Home app to add the Wyze Camera to your device list.
  10. Once the camera is successfully added, you will receive a confirmation message.

Great job! You have now added your Wyze Camera to Google Home. In the next step, we will assign your Wyze Camera to a specific room for easy control with Google Assistant.

Step 5: Assign Wyze Camera to a Room

After adding your Wyze Camera to Google Home, it’s time to assign it to a specific room. Assigning the camera to a room will allow you to control it using Google Assistant from that particular room. Here’s how you can assign your Wyze Camera to a room:

  1. Open the Google Home app on your mobile device.
  2. Tap on the Devices tab at the bottom of the screen to view your connected devices.
  3. Scroll down to find your Wyze Camera in the device list.
  4. Tap on the Wyze Camera to open its settings.
  5. Tap on the “Room” field to assign a room to your camera.
  6. Select the desired room from the list of available rooms in the Google Home app. If needed, you can create a new room by tapping the “+” icon.
  7. Tap “Save” or “Done” to save the changes.

By assigning your Wyze Camera to a room, you can now easily control it using voice commands via Google Assistant in that particular room. You’re almost there! Let’s move on to the final step and learn how to control your Wyze Camera with Google Assistant.

Step 6: Control Wyze Camera with Google Assistant

Now that your Wyze Camera is successfully connected to Google Home, you can control it using Google Assistant. Here’s how you can control your Wyze Camera with Google Assistant:

  1. Make sure your Wyze Camera and Google Home device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  2. Use the wake word “Hey Google” or “OK Google” to activate Google Assistant on your Google Home device or your smartphone.
  3. Issue voice commands such as:
    • “Show [camera name] on [device name]” to view the live feed from your Wyze Camera on a compatible device like a Google Nest Hub or a Chromecast-enabled TV.
    • “Stop streaming [camera name]” to stop the live feed on the device.
    • “Turn on [camera name]” or “Turn off [camera name]” to control the power status of your Wyze Camera.
    • “Take a picture” or “Record a video” to capture media using your Wyze Camera.
  4. Google Assistant will then execute your command and perform the requested action with your Wyze Camera.

With Google Assistant, you have seamless control over your Wyze Camera through voice commands. Whether you want to view the live feed, control the power, or capture media, Google Assistant makes it easy and convenient.

Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to add your Wyze Camera to Google Home and control it using Google Assistant. Enjoy the convenience of monitoring and managing your Wyze Camera with just your voice!