Overview

• Early access starts in October on existing Nest Audio, Nest Mini, Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max devices, and the “Hey Google” wake phrase remains.
• Google says the new assistant can interpret nuanced, multi-part requests, like turning off lights everywhere except one room or dimming lights while setting the thermostat.
• Gemini Live enables sustained back-and-forth conversations for tasks such as cooking guidance, appliance troubleshooting, trip planning, and creative prompts like bedtime stories.
• The company will roll out the replacement over time, with a staged approach expected as the assistant can control critical home systems like locks, appliances, and HVAC.
• Google briefly teased a new smart speaker, and a separate report suggests it could come in multiple colors and support Google TV pairing with spatial surround, though this remains unannounced.