Google built a great smart speaker, but Gemini isn’t ready for it
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Smart speakers have spent the past few years searching for a compelling second act. Beyond music, timers, and controlling your lights, they've struggled to justify taking up space on the kitchen counter. AI promised to change that. Amazon debuted its new hardware powered by a revamped Alexa last fall, and now it's finally Google's turn. …
1Key Takeaways
- Smart speakers have spent the past few years searching for a compelling second act.
- Beyond music, timers, and controlling your lights, they've struggled to justify taking up space on the kitchen counter.
- Amazon debuted its new hardware powered by a revamped Alexa last fall, and now it's finally Google's turn.
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New model releases change what is possible for builders, researchers, and everyday AI users. The Verge AI reports that smart speakers have spent the past few years searching for a compelling second act.
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