I upgraded to Gemini for Google Home, but I almost regret it for these two reasons

The Gemini for Home update supercharges Google's smart speakers and displays with AI smarts but it also introduces new ...
XDA Developers on MSN

Alexa+ and Google Home's AI didn't revolutionize anything in 2025, but Home Assistant did

Amazon announced Alexa+ in February 2025 with considerable fanfare. Powered by generative AI and priced at $19.99 per month ...

Gemini Update for Google Home Doesn't Seem to be all that Smooth

Multiple users on Reddit report issues with Google Gemini for Home update in 2026. The change apparently messed up ...
CNET

5 Clever Alternatives to Voice Assistants in Your Smart Home

Not crazy about talking to Siri, Alexa or Gemini? You can easily create a voice assistant-free smart home with these tricks.
BGR

Gemini Is Finally Coming To Google Home Later This Year

Google has slowly been rolling out Gemini across its apps and services, bringing more AI features to your fingertips. The company first debuted Gemini in Google Home during CES this year, but now it ...
Lifewire on MSN

Google Assistant: Your Complete Guide to Getting Started

Google Assistant joins Apple's Siri, Amazon's Alexa, Samsung's Bixby, and Microsoft's Cortana in the lineup of digital ...
Forbes

Google Cancels Google Assistant For Millions Of Users: Be Ready

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 ...
Android Police

Google Assistant isn't what it used to be anymore

I have used several smart speakers powered by Google Assistant for quite a while. The first device I picked up was the Nest Mini, which was followed by the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max. I have one ...