Chrome tests Gemini Live voice assistant in a floating overlay panel

Google is testing a Chrome overlay prototype that connects to Gemini Live, which could allow voice conversations with AI ...
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Google starts testing a new Gemini-powered Assistant voice on Nest speakers

Google appears to have started testing a new Google Assistant voice on Nest devices. The new voice is reportedly available for a few users and offers more conversational responses. The voice is part ...
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Google begins testing Gemini voice assistant on Nest devices

Google has started testing a new advanced voice feature for its Nest devices, showcasing the potential of the Gemini language model. This upgrade promises richer conversational abilities and more ...
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Self-hosting your voice assistant never felt this good (and useful)

Home Assistant has gone on to be one of the must-have recommendations for any home lab setup, even if this simply consists of a single network-attached storage (NAS) enclosure. The company behind this ...
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I swapped my Google Nest Mini for a self-hosted open-source voice assistant, and it’s brilliant

I've been all-in on Home Assistant for the past year, building out my smart home and seeing many quality-of-life upgrades as a result. From linking my PC's audio interface to my smart lights to custom ...