Google’s new $99 Gemini smart speaker is available to order now
Android Police 2026-06-17 13:00:11
Context: Google has unveiled its latest smart speaker, the Google Home Speaker, which is now available to order for $99.99. The new speaker, developed by the Mountain View, California-based tech giant, features several upgrades over its predecessors, including a modern Quad-Core A55 2.0 GHz processor, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.4. The speaker is powered by Gemini for Home, a voice assistant that can understand multiple commands at once.
Key Facts
- The new Google Home Speaker features a modern Quad-Core A55 2.0 GHz processor equipped with a dedicated NPU, 1GB LPDDR4 RAM, and 4GB of storage.
- The speaker has been upgraded to Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4, ensuring a more stable and longer-range connection compared to the Nest Audio's older Wi-Fi 5 standard and Bluetooth.
- The new speaker boasts a 2x larger driver and 2.5x stronger bass compared to the Nest Mini, with a 58 mm full-range driver.
- Gemini for Home, the voice assistant powering the new speaker, is capable of listening and understanding multiple commands at once, allowing users to perform complex tasks with a single command.
- The new Google Home Speaker is available in four colors - Porcelain, Hazel, Jade, and Berry - with the latter two being Google Store exclusives, and is available to order now for $99.99, with a free 6-month Google Home Premium subscription for customers who purchase on or before September 30, 2026.