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Google Home speakers experience massive data usage bug
A software bug is causing certain Google Home speakers to download excessive amounts of data in the background. Reports from users on platforms like Reddit indicate that some devices have consumed hundreds of gigabytes in a single day, with extreme cases reaching up to 3.3 TB of data in a single month.
Technical observations suggest the issue may stem from failed firmware update attempts that trigger continuous, repetitive download loops. While the problem does not appear to affect all Google smart devices, reports specifically highlight the newest generation of Google Home speakers.
Google has officially acknowledged the issue and confirmed that a software fix is currently being rolled out to address the problem. Users on limited data plans are advised to monitor their router traffic or temporarily disconnect affected devices until the update is applied.
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9to5Google · Gemini · Google · Google Home · Reddit
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Some Google Home speakers have been observed downloading hundreds of gigabytes of data in the background. www.guru3d.com · 9to5google.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Google is rolling out a software update to address reports of Google Home speakers downloading excessive data. www.guru3d.com · 9to5google.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] One tested speaker transferred 1,232 GB of traffic over a one-month period. www.guru3d.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The high data usage may be caused by repeated, unsuccessful attempts to download new firmware. www.guru3d.com