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Google Unveils Gemini-Powered Home Speaker at $99.99, Shipping June 25

June 17, 2026 at 15:35 EDT

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On June 17, 2026, Google formally introduced the "Google Home Speaker," a device featuring its generative AI "Gemini" as a voice assistant, opening pre-orders at $99.99 in the US. Shipping and retail availability are slated for June 25.

June 17, 2026 · Google

The First Hardware Built for Gemini

Google unveils the $99.99 Google Home Speaker — its first own-brand smart speaker in six years — powered by the new Gemini for Home assistant, betting on natural conversation against Amazon Echo and Apple HomePod Mini.

$99.99

US launch price (£99.99 UK)

countries at launch, incl. Japan

6 yrs

since last Google speaker (2020)

Jun 25

ships after pre-order phase

Google Home Premium — monthly subscription tiers

Same unit ($/month). Advanced unlocks Gemini Live, camera-footage search and detailed summaries.

$10

Standard / mo

$20

Advanced / mo

Base Gemini for Home works free with limits · Pre-orders include a 6-month Premium trial worth $60.

What the assistant changes

Gemini for Home replaces Google Assistant — built for natural dialogue, not memorized commands.

Multi-step commands Handles interruptions Contextual understanding 360° sound + spatial surround 37% recycled materials

Praise

First time talking to a speaker "felt real"
Recipe swaps, brainstorming, language practice
Builds complex home automations

Concerns

Once-stable Assistant tasks now unreliable
Forced replacement with no opt-out
Some everyday tasks more cumbersome

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