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February 3, 2026, 12:12 PM EST. Google's Google Home gains hardware button support with the 4.8 update, spotted by 9to5Google. The feature adds physical buttons to trigger devices, routines and automations, signaling a return of tactile control within a largely voice- and app-driven system. Compatibility remains unclear, but users are urged to test across supported devices after updating via the Google Play Store. The release also addresses a long-running bug where video playback could display "Video not available" from notifications or recent events; Google says the risk should be reduced. The changes could broaden interaction methods and improve reliability for Google Home users.