Try the new Gemini for Home voice assistant

Today, we’re starting the early access rollout of the Gemini for Home voice assistant in Australia. Using Gemini for Home in early access means you’re a crucial part of building it. Please share your feedback, either in the Google Home app or by just saying "Hey Google, send feedback," as we make regular improvements to help us create a truly helpful home.

For users that get enrolled in the early access, your voice assistant will get upgraded from Google Assistant to Gemini, making it more conversational and capable than ever. This core update is included with your device at no extra cost.

More advanced capabilities like Gemini Live and the ability to search your camera history and create automations via your voice will require a Google Home Premium subscription. For top questions about Gemini for Home, you can read this helpful Q&A.

There are two primary ways you can access Gemini for Home voice assistant via your speakers and displays — here’s how:

• Use Gemini by saying “Hey Google” to your speaker or display to request specific help or answers. Gemini helps you tackle everyday tasks seamlessly. Get richer answers, set and edit reminders, stream media and control your smart home more naturally.
• Use Gemini Live by saying “Hey Google, let’s chat.” Get expert help, learn new concepts and brainstorm ideas. Chat freely, interrupt and ask follow-up questions, just like you would with a friend, all without having to repeat “Hey Google.”

Gemini for Home will be available to all existing users of our Google Home products, including Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max displays over the coming months.