Google Home Surfaces Reconnection Prompts at Point of Failure

Google has moved account-relinking prompts directly into device controller pages in the Home app, eliminating the previous multi-step navigation through settings menus. When third-party devices go offline, users now see re-authentication options inline. The change benefits all Works with Google Home devices automatically, requiring no manufacturer updates. It mirrors mobile app patterns of presenting authentication at moment of need rather than upfront setup.