Google’s Gemini-Powered AI Home Speaker Goes on Sale June 25

Google will release its new $100 smart speaker on June 25, marking the first time the company has integrated Gemini generative AI directly into a home device. This launch represents a strategic shift for Google, as it attempts to move beyond the rigid command-and-control functionality of the Google Assistant era. By prioritizing conversational interaction over hardware audio improvements, the company is betting that generative AI can revitalize interest in the smart home category.