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Google's Smart Speaker Plans Stymied by Gemini AI
Despite the promise of artificial intelligence, Google's new smart speaker is not yet ready for its AI-powered Gemini system, leaving it to compete in a crowded market with limited features beyond music and home automation.
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The Verge
Smart speakers have spent the past few years searching for a compelling second act. Beyond music, timers, and controlling your lights, they've struggled to justify taking up space on the kitchen counter. AI promised to change that. Amazon debuted its new hardware powered by a revamped Alexa last fal
2026-07-01 12:00 UTC