Google Home Developer Newsletter July 2025

Time to submit your demo
We're nearing the end of the developer challenge! Submit your demo by July 31, 2025 11:59:59 PDT for a chance at glory and Google Home prizes! Don't forget to:
- Upload your source code to GitHub as a standalone repository
- Upload a video that demonstrates the Home APIs functionality of your app
- Submit both through the Google Form. The submission link is available on the Google Developer Challenge site.
Test Suite
Great news! We now support these Matter device types:
- Air Quality Sensor
- Robotic Vacuum Cleaner
- Room Air Conditioner
- Air Purifier
- Washer
- Dishwasher
Matter Virtual Device
Dishwashers and Robotic Vacuum Cleaners have been added to the Matter Virtual Device support.
Showcase your devices
If you have integrated your device with the Google Home ecosystem, your device can be featured on our Google Home Explore device pages. We'll help you promote your products on our Google Home site.
Skip testing, go straight to Certify
If you're certifying a light, you can skip the testing stage of the certification process and instead use your CSA Interop Test Lab results.
Don't debug alone
Having trouble getting your Automation Script Editor script to work? A developer realized scripts are case-sensitive. In this example, the “K” for Kelvin needed to be uppercase and he shared his finding in the developer forum.
You can always ask for help, browse FAQs, and share info in the Developer Forum.