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Google Home Gets Gemini 3.1, Multi-Task Voice & Camera Upgrades

5/6/2026

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Google rolled out Gemini 3.1 to its Google Home smart speakers.
The update lets users combine multiple tasks in one voice command and handle multi-step requests.
Camera feeds are easier to navigate and AI-generated event labels are clearer.
A web preview lets users search camera history, check devices and create automations from a computer.
A new notification preview adds quick-action buttons that let users control devices directly from alerts.

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Story summary

Google rolled out Gemini 3.1 to its Google Home smart speakers.
The update lets users combine multiple tasks in one voice command and handle multi-step requests.
Camera feeds are easier to navigate and AI-generated event labels are clearer.
A web preview lets users search camera history, check devices and create automations from a computer.
A new notification preview adds quick-action buttons that let users control devices directly from alerts.