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Google Home Speaker arrives June 25 with Gemini AI and 40% faster commands

First new smart speaker in six years ships next week with Gemini AI and 360-degree sound.

Deep Dive

Google launches the $99 Home Speaker on June 25, its first new smart speaker in six years, designed specifically for Gemini for Home. It offers 360-degree sound, can be paired for stereo or used with Google TV Streamer for spatial surround, and acts as a Matter controller and Thread border

Key Points
  • Ships June 25, preorders open today, priced at $99 in four colors.
  • First Google smart speaker built for Gemini for Home; latency improved by 40% with 2,500+ issues fixed.
  • Supports 360-degree sound, stereo pairing, and spatial surround with Google TV Streamer; also a Matter controller and Thread 1.3 border router.

Why It Matters

Google’s first smart speaker in six years brings AI-driven natural conversations and enhanced smart home control to everyday users.

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