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If you’re a Google Home user who is tired of suffering through the trials and tribulations of Google Assistant, we have good news — Gemini for Google Home is finally ready to replace the Assistant on Google’s smart speakers and displays.
As of October 28, Gemini is beginning to roll out to US Google Home users who joined Google’s “Early access” program. This is the first step before Google releases Gemini to the masses, and it marks the first time you can get Gemini on your Google Home gadgets.
But just because Gemini is rolling out now, does that mean your specific Google Home speaker will get the update? And does it support all of Gemini’s features? Here’s what you need to know.
How to join Google Home’s early access program for Gemini As mentioned above, Gemini for Google Home is currently limited to those who have joined the early access program. To do so: Open the Google Home app on your phone. Tap your profile picture at the top-right. Tap Home settings. Scroll down and tap Early access.
Every Google Home speaker and display is getting Gemini
Let’s start with the good news. Regular Gemini access is coming to every existing Google Home/Google Nest smart speaker and display — all the way back to the original Google Home speaker launched in 2016.
As such, the full list of speakers/displays that are compatible with Gemini is as follows:
Speakers Google Home (2016)
Google Home Mini (2017)
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