Google bets on Gemini to reinvent the smart home speaker
Google has launched a new smart speaker integrated with Gemini AI, designed to handle natural language and multi-step requests. The device aims to move beyond simple smart home controls to facilitate more nuanced, conversational interactions.
Why it matters
This represents a shift in consumer electronics toward AI-native hardware that prioritizes conversational intelligence over basic command execution.
After years of incremental updates, Google is betting that its Gemini AI can reinvent its smart speaker. On Wednesday, the company introduced its first audio device built specifically for Gemini with the $99.99 Google Home Speaker.
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