Google has introduced its new Google Home Speaker, priced at $100, marking its first new smart speaker since 2019. The device offers 360-degree sound with enhanced bass and integrates Google's Gemini AI for smarter home control. While the basic AI features are free, a $10/month Google Home Premium subscription unlocks advanced capabilities like continuous conversations and activity summaries. Buyers get six months of this premium service free, making it easier to test before committing. The speaker also supports various smart home devices and comes in multiple colors, aiming to compete with Apple's HomePod mini and Amazon's Echo speakers.
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Google has introduced the Google Home Speaker, its first standalone smart speaker since 2020, powered by the new Gemini AI. Priced at $99.99, the device allows users to interact using natural language, handle multi-step commands, and make mid-sentenc...
