Once you get so far with adding smart devices to your home, you realize that not every device is easily controlled via voice assistants and that digging out your phone for app control gets tiresome.

We already knew that Google Assistant was soon to be replaced by a “new experience powered by Gemini.” Now we know what that new experience will be called, and when it’s arriving. Gemini for Home is ...

The Google Nest Hub 2nd-gen display ($100) combines some of the top smart features we tested in a display that's more affordable than most, a particularly ideal pick for Nest users that looks great on ...

Google Assistant is evolving into Gemini, bringing powerful new AI capabilities but also discontinuing some favorite features. If you use Google Assistant to set timers, play music or control your ...

Google is working on several updates to the Gemini app, including a new processing animation and new buttons to facilitate long conversations. Google is also working to remove the ability to switch ...

Nest and Google Home went through major changes recently, from ditching Google Assistant (now Gemini for Home is rolling out instead) to releasing a long-awaited new line of Nest cams, with a new ...

Back in March, Google said Gemini would replace Assistant on Android phones this year. That “upgrade” is now set for 2026. Google today shared an update on its plan to “upgrade the Assistant ...