Topic: device control

  • Gemini for Home: Release Date, Countries, and How to Get Early Access

    Gemini for Home: Release Date, Countries, and How to Get Early Access

    Google's Gemini for Home initiative is launching globally, introducing a redesigned app, advanced camera features, and a new voice assistant, with availability varying by location and subscription tier. The updated Google Home app includes a new layout and search functionality, with free users ga...

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  • Google Home's 'Ask Home' Redesign Launches on iPhone

    Google Home's 'Ask Home' Redesign Launches on iPhone

    The Google Home app for iPhone has been redesigned with a new visual identity and introduces the "Ask Home" feature, which includes a chat-style interface for device control and search, though complex conversational prompts are not yet active. Navigation is streamlined into three main tabs—Home, ...

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  • Get Early Access to Gemini Features on Google Home

    Get Early Access to Gemini Features on Google Home

    Gemini for Google Home offers advanced AI features like handling complex, contextual commands and identifying music by humming, requiring a specific sign-up process for early access. It surpasses Google Assistant by understanding nuanced instructions, managing multiple devices simultaneously, and...

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  • Gemini Drops Google Maps & YouTube for Built-In Features

    Gemini Drops Google Maps & YouTube for Built-In Features

    Gemini has integrated key services directly into its platform, enabling users to access features like YouTube and Google Maps through natural language without needing specific commands or the @ symbol. The update promotes a conversational interaction style, allowing users to request tasks such as...

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  • Get Gemini for Home Early Access: How to Try It First

    Get Gemini for Home Early Access: How to Try It First

    Google has launched early access for Gemini for Home, integrating generative AI into compatible Nest devices to create a more conversational and intelligent assistant. The upgrade is free and supports a wide range of existing hardware, including Nest speakers and cameras, allowing for intuitive c...

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