Overview

• Google confirmed Gemini for Home will roll out in early access in October and will ultimately replace Google Assistant on Nest speakers and displays.
• The service will offer free and paid versions and keeps the “Hey Google” wake phrase, adding advanced reasoning for complex requests and better list, calendar, and timer handling.
• Gemini Live will enable back-and-forth conversations without repeatedly saying the wake word, supporting tasks like troubleshooting appliances, cooking help, and media discovery.
• A brief onstage appearance of an unannounced device and subsequent reports suggest a new Gemini-powered speaker with a bottom light ring, fabric finish, and four color options.
• Leaked details indicate the speaker could serve as a Matter hub, pair with a Google TV streamer for spatial audio, and detect sounds like glass breaking or smoke alarms, while pricing and availability remain unannounced.