Google is rolling out its Gemini AI model more widely, with new features for smart home devices and on-device use in Chrome.
Google announced updates to make Gemini for Home a full-stack AI offering. This combines Google Home APIs with Gemini features to help manufacturers create smart cameras and speakers more easily. Partners gain access to validated reference designs including SOCs, sensors and mics.
Users and Google accounts highlight Gemini's integration into Chrome for AI browsing and task automation, alongside expansions to smart home devices like Nest cams and speakers for more natural interactions. Reactions focus on productivity gains and ecosystem growth, with some noting the shift toward AI agents handling web tasks.
Welcome to the Gemini era of Google Home, powered by our most capable AI yet. Today we’re introducing:
— Google (@Google) October 1, 2025
✨ The next generation of Gemini-powered Nest Cams and Doorbell — and the new Google Home Speaker
✨ Gemini for Home, so you can talk and collaborate more naturally with your… pic.twitter.com/6DBV7PbJNx
We’re introducing Gemini in @GoogleChrome, rolling out first to Google AI Pro subscribers in the U.S.
— Google (@Google) May 20, 2025
It’s your AI browsing assistant to help you get things done. Type or talk to help you quickly understand content or get tasks done using the context of your current webpage —… pic.twitter.com/P80cL1BUGg
🚀 Gemini in Chrome is here!
— Addy Osmani (@addyosmani) September 18, 2025
US users will get AI-powered tab summaries, YouTube summaries, calendar integration & smart search in the Omnibox - no Google AI sub needed! Enhanced safety too. More agentic features soon! https://t.co/U23TZv4RF2 pic.twitter.com/nDkzuD21D1
Chrome just became an AI agent.
— Julian Goldie SEO (@JulianGoldieSEO) May 17, 2026
Google is putting Gemini directly into Chrome with Auto Browse.
That means your browser can now navigate websites, compare options, fill forms, and complete tasks for you.
This is way bigger than a chatbot update. pic.twitter.com/JFFybXftnh
After unveiling Gemini ecosystem progress at Google I/O 2026, Google launched a 'Built-in Gemini' solution on May 21, integrating AI into third-party smart home hardware, initially focusing on smart cameras and speakers. This move aims to replicate Google Assistant's ecosystem…
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Google unveiled a wave of AI-driven updates for Android devices and introduced Googlebooks, a new line of laptops, during its Android Show presentation on Tuesday. The announcements focus on proactive AI features through Gemini Intelligence and enhanced integration across phones, cars and computers.
Google has rolled out enhancements to its Google Home app, improving camera navigation and controls with Gemini AI integration. The update also brings Gemini 3.1 to the voice assistant for early access users, enabling better handling of complex commands. New automation options expand smart home capabilities.
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Google has reintroduced its Continued Conversations feature to Google Home speakers using the Gemini for Home assistant. The update allows users to follow up on requests without repeating 'Hey, Google' each time. The company announced the change on Tuesday.
Google has begun rolling out a new 'Skills' feature in its Chrome browser on desktop, enabling users to save and quickly reuse custom Gemini AI prompts. The update makes it easier to repeat tasks like calculating protein in recipes or comparing products across tabs. Skills sync across devices when signed into a Google account and include a library of premade prompts.
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Google has rolled out a new feature for its Gemini AI chatbot, allowing users to generate downloadable files directly within the chat interface. The update supports various formats including PDF, Microsoft Word, Excel, and LaTeX. It is available to all Gemini users worldwide.