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Google Home users have noted a decline in quality during past years, but it looks like the search engine giant is finally set to add Gemini AI to the mix.

This pact covering the tech giant's chatbot will also include enterprise search and multimedia generation capabilities.

Gemini for Home will replace Google Assistant in the company's line of smart displays and speakers, a step up in capabilities for its smart home devices. The announcement was made

Apple is reportedly in talks with Google to use its Gemini AI models to overhaul Siri, as analysts criticize Tim Cook's AI strategy as a "disaster" and urge Apple to pursue acquisitions and partnerships to catch up with rivals.

Google's SVP of devices and services, Rick Osterloh, briefly teased that Gemini is headed to more places later this fall. Osterloh states users can expect Gemini in their "car, TV, smart speaker, and smart display in the home.

Commentary: Gemini for Home is a huge leap into conversational AI for all Nest users, and we've been waiting for serious improvements.