Hate saying ‘Hey Google’ to your Nest devices? This ‘hidden’ feature means you don’t have to

Did you know about this Google Nest feature?
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4 local and private smart home hubs that aren't Home Assistant

There are many ways to turn a house into a smart home.

Victoria Beckham’s Daughter Harper’s Rare Family Outing Shows How She’s Turning Into a Mini Version of Her Mom

Throughout everything, it seems Harper Beckham has her mom Victoria Beckham’s back, and is already turning into her mini-me!
BGR

You Can Access Gemini On Google Home Right Now - Here's How

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 ...
SlashGear

Here's Every Google Home Speaker Getting Gemini AI

Until now, Google Home has been a smart home system with Google Assistant at its center. It was simple and reliable, but also fussy. You needed exact keyphrases, and memorizing them could feel akin to ...
Android Authority

Forget Gemini, Google Home users just want the basics to work again

We’re constantly monitoring the Google Home Reddit community to track user experiences — from the features people love to the problems they encounter. But for most of this year, the subreddit has been ...
9to5google

Nest Audio, Mini, and Home Mini get updated lights with Gemini

With the Gemini for Home voice assistant, Google has updated the LED lights on the Home Mini, Nest Mini, and Nest Audio. With the Gemini upgrade, there are no changes to the behavior of the LED lights ...
Wired

How to Set Up a Google Home Security System

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 ...
BGR

Are Old Google Home Speakers Still Supported? Here's What You Need To Know

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 ...
ZDNet

Google's upcoming smart home speaker might actually make soundbars feel unnecessary

Google has just announced new Nest smart home devices. The new devices include a smart speaker with Gemini, Nest Doorbell, and Nest Cams. The company is also releasing multiple updates to its Google ...
Android

Google Kills Nest Aware, Rebrands It as Google Home Premium With Gemini Smarts

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, ...
MacRumors

Google Announces $100 Home Speaker With HomePod Mini-Like Design and Gemini AI

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 ...