The Post-Assistant Era: Google’s Gemini Comes Home – What It Means for Your Smart Home
Google will replace Google Assistant with Gemini on Nest smart speakers and displays, starting early access in October 2025. New Nest hardware, including 2K HDR cameras and a Gemini-powered smart speaker, is expected this fall. Google plans to launch a “Google Home Premium” subscription with advanced AI features. Support for 1st- and 2nd-gen Nest Learning Thermostats ends October 2025, limiting them to manual use.