A realistic depiction of Google's new $100 smart speaker with pre-order and sale dates for a news article.
A realistic depiction of Google's new $100 smart speaker with pre-order and sale dates for a news article.
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Google starts pre-orders for new $100 Home Speaker

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Google began taking pre-orders on June 17 for its first new smart speaker in six years. The device, priced at $100, is scheduled to go on sale June 25.

The Google Home Speaker features 360-degree audio from a single 58 mm driver. It comes in four colors made from recycled fabric and includes a light ring at the base for visual feedback.

Gemini serves as the primary assistant, enabling more complex commands and contextual conversations. Full access to Gemini Live and other AI features requires a Google Home Premium subscription.

Buyers receive six months of the service with the purchase. The speaker can also pair with a Google TV Streamer for immersive audio or connect with other Nest devices.

Pre-orders are available now ahead of the June 25 release date.

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Initial reactions on X center on the announcement of pre-orders for the $99.99 Gemini-powered Google Home Speaker, highlighting natural conversations, 360° audio, multi-step commands, and June 25 launch, with mostly neutral to positive notes from tech enthusiasts and officials; limited skepticism observed.

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Illustration of Google Gemini AI in a smart home with devices and Chrome browser on laptop.
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Google expands Gemini AI across devices and homes

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Google is rolling out its Gemini AI model more widely, with new features for smart home devices and on-device use in Chrome.

Google has discontinued production of its Nest Home Mini and Nest Audio smart speakers. The move follows the launch of a new Google Home speaker. Existing units will continue to receive support.

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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 announced two new travel tools on Friday: a hotel price tracking feature and an AI assistant in Gemini to locate forgotten packing items. The updates build on existing services like Google Flights and AI Mode. They aim to help users save money and handle travel mishaps.

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Google introduced Gemini Spark, a new AI agent designed to handle multistep tasks across its services. The tool was shown during a demo at the company's developer event.

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