The Gemini-Powered Google Home Speaker Is Finally Here
The last time Google released a smart speaker, the world was in the throes of a pandemic. Yes, it's been six years since the company trotted out a dedicated speaker.
However, this newest Google Home Speaker brings a big change with it: The device has been redesigned to showcase the new Gemini assistant instead of the Google Assistant that powered all previous speakers and smart displays.
Google announced the speaker last fall alongside new Nest smart home cameras and video doorbells, promising a spring 2026 launch. We're well into summer now, but it's finally go time.
The company today announced that preorders for the Google Home Speaker start June 17, with official sales kicking off June 25. It costs $100 and comes in Berry, Jade, Hazel, and Porcelain, though the first two colors are exclusive to the US.
The experience of using it should feel familiar if you’ve...
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