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- Google Assistant was having trouble with controlling smart home devices.
- The issue appeared to be happening in the US and other locations.
- The problem seems to be fixed now.
Update: March 2, 2023 (3:22 AM AT): It appears that the issue has been fixed. 9t5Google and its readers have verified that Google Assistant is once again able to control smart home devices.
Original article: February 28, 2023 (12:33 PM ET): If you tried to use Google Assistant this morning to do something like activate your lights or turn on your TV, you may have noticed something weird. It appears Google Assistant has forgotten how to control smart home devices.