How to connect Xiaomi smart bulb to Google Home

Connecting your Xiaomi Smart Bulb to Google Home allows you to control your lighting using voice commands and integrate it seamlessly into your smart home ecosystem. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to achieve this integration.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure the following:

• Your Xiaomi Smart Bulb is compatible with Google Assistant.
• You have the Mi Home app installed and set up on your smartphone.
• You have the Google Home app installed and set up on your smartphone.
• Both your smartphone and the smart bulb are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• You have a Google account linked to your Google Home app.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Set Up the Xiaomi Smart Bulb in the Mi Home App
2. Install and Open Mi Home App

• Download the Mi Home app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
• Open the app and sign in with your Xiaomi account. If you don’t have one, create a new account.

1. Add the Smart Bulb

• Tap the “+” icon in the top right corner to add a new device.
• Select “Add device” and search for your Xiaomi Smart Bulb model.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the bulb to your Wi-Fi network.

1. Rename the Bulb

• After successful setup, rename the bulb to a recognizable name, such as “Living Room Light,” for easier voice control.

2. Link Mi Home to Google Home
3. Open Google Home App

• Launch the Google Home app on your smartphone.

1. Add Device

• Tap the “+” icon in the top left corner.
• Select “Set up device.”
• Choose “Works with Google.”

1. Link Mi Home Account

• In the list of available services, search for “Mi Home.”
• Tap on “Mi Home” and sign in with your Xiaomi account credentials.
• Authorize Google to access your Mi Home devices.

1. Assign Devices to Rooms

• After linking, your Xiaomi Smart Bulb will appear in the device list.
• Assign the bulb to a specific room for organized control.

3. Control the Bulb Using Google Assistant

Now that the bulb is linked, you can control it using voice commands:

• “Hey Google, turn on the Living Room Light.”
• “Hey Google, dim the Living Room Light to 50%.”
• “Hey Google, change the Living Room Light to blue.”

Troubleshooting Tips

• Bulb Not Responding: Ensure the bulb is powered on and connected to the Wi-Fi network.
• Device Not Appearing in Google Home: Confirm that the Mi Home account is correctly linked to Google Home.
• Voice Commands Not Working: Check that the bulb’s name is easily pronounceable and doesn’t conflict with other device names.

Personal Experience

In my experience, integrating Xiaomi Smart Bulbs with Google Home has streamlined my daily routines. The ability to control lighting through voice commands adds convenience and enhances the smart home experience.