How to view Arlo cameras on Google Home

If you pair the Google Home and Arlo cameras, you no longer need to get up to see what the child is doing or what is happening in the yard. A simple Google Assistant command displays a live view. Additionally, there is an option to access Arlo by tapping the camera name in the Google Home app.

But before you can keep an eye on your property and loved ones, you need to set up Arlo and connect it to Google Home. This article walks you through the installation process every step of the way, with a quick informative overview of compatible equipment.

Read also: How to connect Google Home to Bluetooth speakers

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

The following sections assume you have already created Arlo and Google Home accounts. The security cameras work with Google Home Hub and Chromecast-enabled devices, as well as the Google Home / Assistant app. Here is the list of compatible cameras.

1. Arlo Ultra
2. Arlo Pro 2 and 3
3. Arlo wireless
4. Arlo Baby
5. Arlo Go
6. Arlo Q e Q Plus

Google Home gives you the ability to pair multiple cameras. Additionally, you can also use third-party smart speakers that work with Google Assistant.

CONNECT ARLO TO GOOGLE HOME

Setup is pretty straightforward, and the Google Home app features an intuitive interface. But you should take the time to give each camera a specific name so you can easily access it using voice commands. However, these are the necessary steps.

1. Start by launching the Google Home app from your smartphone. It comes preloaded on most Android phones. All you have to do is tap on your Google account to log in. IPhone users need to install the app first. Once inside, hit the big plus icon in the center of the screen to start adding devices.

2. The following window takes you to the “Add and manage” menu and select “Configure device” in “Add to home”.

The next menu offers two options: “Configure new devices” and “Have you already configured something?” If you haven’t already installed and configured Arlo cameras, select the previous option. For the purposes of this article we will go with “Having something already set up”.

Note: the wizard and actions for both options are quite similar. Therefore, this detailed guide can help you if you choose “Set up new devices”.

3. Within the “Add Devices” menu, tap the magnifying glass icon and type Arlo to search for your devices. Tap the Arlo app that opens in the results and log in with your credentials. This action pairs the cameras to Google Home and allows you to control Arlo within the Google environment.

4. Once logged in, a security window will appear asking you to authorize the Google Assistant. Press “Allow” and proceed with the installation of the cameras. Next, you will come to the “Choose Device” menu and it should display all installed Arlo cameras.

5. Tap a camera to view the setup menu for that specific device. Choose the location of your device: yard, bedroom, office, etc.

The actions must be repeated for all cameras. As a result, they are grouped together. At this point, your Arlo camera should appear in the main Google Home app window. You can tap one to preview the live feed.

RENAME YOUR ARLO CAMERA

As indicated, camera names should be very specific, so it’s easy for the AI ​​to view the correct feed. Here’s how to rename them.

1. Tap the camera from the main Google Home window and press the gear icon in the top right corner of the screen.

2. Press the Name section of the menu and type the name you want to use. Tap Save when done and repeat the process for each camera. There are no rules for naming cameras, but the easiest way to do this is to add Arlo in front of Office, for example.

Note: The Arlo camera settings menu also allows you to disconnect that specific device from the Google ecosystem. Tap “Unlink Arlo” and proceed with the onscreen wizard.

THINGS TO KNOW

Unless you change the camera names, Google Assistant may get confused and load a YouTube video instead of the camera feed. The camera feed is not loaded instantly; it takes a few seconds for the app to provide the preview. But this could depend on the speed of your internet connection.

Voice commands are simple: say, “Google shows the name of the Arlo + camera” and you’ll be able to see the live view. The same commands apply to all Google devices: Home Hub, Chromecast, etc.

Sometimes the system gets confused when you change its name. This shouldn’t bother you because the more you use it, the more you learn. And in the end, it should always provide the correct preview.

CONCLUSION

There is no need to point out the benefits of having an integrated IoT security system. However, it might raise some privacy and Google questions that could potentially snoop around your home. However, the positives still outweigh the potential abuse.

How many Arlo cameras do you have? Have you coupled them to an ecosystem other than Google? Let us know in the comments section below.