Google fixes Home bug that blocked smart light color changes
A Google Nest Community account confirmed the fix in a comment on the original Reddit post, and at least one user says the issue is resolved.
Google has rolled out a fix for a Google Home bug that stopped users from changing the colors of their smart lights, according to androidauthority.com. The fix was confirmed by the official Google Nest Community account in a comment on the original Reddit post about the bug.
A user named sunnyone123 said the fix resolved the issue for them.
On October 6, 2026, reports emerged that Google Home and Nest devices could not change smart light colors, and Google Home routines were also failing.
What users reported
The earlier reports covered both color control and routines failing on Google Home and Nest devices, before the fix was confirmed the following day.
Quick answers
What was the Google Home smart light bug?
It prevented users from changing the colors of their smart lights. Reports on October 6, 2026, also said Google Home routines were failing.
Has Google fixed the smart light color issue?
Yes. Google rolled out a fix, confirmed by the official Google Nest Community account in a comment on the original Reddit post about the bug.