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Google Rolls Out Network Traffic Update for Home Devices

WireByte Staff · July 8, 2026

Google has released its first post-launch firmware update for the Home Speaker, improving network traffic. The update, version 3.78.5 40761, is rolling out now to Home Speaker, Nest Audio, Nest Mini, Home Mini, and original Home devices. The update comes after a "hot patch" for Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max devices on July 29.

Key points

  • Google has released firmware update 3.78.5 40761 for Home Speaker, Nest Audio, Nest Mini, Home Mini, and original Home devices, improving network traffic.
  • The update is rolling out now and will happen automatically in the background.
  • The update follows a "hot patch" for Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max devices on July 29 that contained critical security and bug fixes.
  • The Google Home app will display the update in the "Technical information" section of the device page.
  • The update does not appear to address any specific issues with network traffic, but rather improves it.

Google Rolls Out Network Traffic Update for Home Devices

Google has released its first post-launch firmware update for the Home Speaker, improving network traffic. The update, version 3.78.5 40761, is rolling out now to Home Speaker, Nest Audio, Nest Mini, Home Mini, and original Home devices. This update comes after a "hot patch" for Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max devices on July 29 that contained critical security and bug fixes.

The update will happen automatically in the background, and users can check for it by opening the Google Home app and tapping the settings gear icon in the top-right corner. Go to "Device information" for "Technical information" to see the update.

While the update does not appear to address any specific issues with network traffic, it is intended to improve it. Google has not provided any further information on the update or its purpose.

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