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Google Debuts $100 Spherical Speaker, Gemini AI, Dolby Pairing

6/19/2026

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Google Unveils Speaker

Google unveiled a $100 spherical Google Home Speaker for the Gemini era.
The speaker houses a 58 mm driver, quad-core A55 CPU, neural processing unit, and 1 GB RAM.
Google claims its far-field microphones boost Gemini comprehension compared with Nest Audio.
Two Home Speakers can pair via Wi-Fi to provide a Dolby Atmos TV Streamer stereo, while Nest Audio lacks the new software and must be retained or replaced.

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Google Offers Free

Google offers a six-month free Google Home Premium subscription, worth $60, with any purchase made by September 30 2026.
The device’s shell uses 37% recycled fabric and a 3D-knitting process that cuts waste.
Premium plans cost $10 or $20 per month and include Gemini Live, 24/7 recording and a 60-day event history, while the hub functions as a Matter Controller with a Thread border router.

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Google Unveils Speaker

Google unveiled a $100 spherical Google Home Speaker for the Gemini era.
The speaker houses a 58 mm driver, quad-core A55 CPU, neural processing unit, and 1 GB RAM.
Google claims its far-field microphones boost Gemini comprehension compared with Nest Audio.
Two Home Speakers can pair via Wi-Fi to provide a Dolby Atmos TV Streamer stereo, while Nest Audio lacks the new software and must be retained or replaced.

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