Google Announces Gemini for Home AI Assistant to Replace Google Assistant on Nest Devices
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Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
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Summary
Google is launching "Gemini for Home," a new AI-powered voice assistant that will replace Google Assistant on Nest smart speakers and displays. The new assistant, powered by Google's Gemini artificial intelligence, will handle smart home controls, music, timers, and question answering. Rollout begins in October through an early access program with both free and paid tiers available, marking Google's most significant smart home initiative in years.
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This new voice assistant, powered by Google's Gemini artificial intelligence, will eventually replace Google Assistant
Rollout begins in October through an early access program, with both free and paid tiers available
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