Google has announced a string of updates for Gemini for Home, including "Live Search" for Nest cameras. On Monday, head of product for Google Home and Nest, Anish Kattukaran, posted on X about the ...

I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e-readers, and what makes each individual phone different from another ...

Google Home automations are getting a lot smarter, as Google has rolled out a sizable update that expands the building blocks of automations, making routines more flexible than before. If you rely on ...

Google announced plans earlier this year to bring the Gemini AI assistant to other internet-connected devices, not just phones. In May, the list included cars with Android Auto built-in, Wear OS ...

If you’re seeking to make your home smarter, odds are you’re in between two smart home ecosystems, Amazon Alexa versus Google Home. Both Amazon Alexa- and Google Assistant-enabled devices can help ...

There’s no need for an expensive, professionally installed home security system for a little peace of mind. You can keep tabs on your home when you’re away, check in on your kids or pets, and ...

In early October 2025, Google confirmed that the Gemini AI assistant would officially be replacing Google Assistant in its smart home products. This has already been happening with Pixel phones like ...

Google has rebranded Nest Aware as Google Home Premium, keeping the same $10/month price but adding deeper integration with Gemini for Home. The plan includes 30 days of event-based video history, ...

Google today announced the launch of a new Google Home Speaker, which has a more HomePod mini-like design than prior versions of the smart speaker. Priced at $100, the speaker has a squat, rounded ...

Google is finally ready to explain how Gemini will replace Google Assistant in your smart home. The company's original voice assistant will be replaced with the aptly named Gemini for Home starting ...

Google admits that its Google Home app for managing smart home devices has not offered the best experience, and it now aims to change that. On Wednesday, alongside new Nest devices and an upcoming ...