Google built a great smart speaker, but Gemini isn’t ready for it
中文摘要
Google推出了设计精美的智能音箱，但Gemini AI尚未准备好为其提供核心功能，难以与Amazon竞争。
English Summary
Google's new smart speaker looks great, but Gemini AI isn't ready to provide the advanced functionality needed to compete with Amazon.
The Google Home Speaker is Google’s first smart speaker in years. And it’s pretty! | Photo: Jennifer Patison Tuohy / The Verge Smart speakers have spent the past few years searching for a compelling second act. Beyond music, timers, and controlling your lights, they've struggled to justify taking up space on the kitchen counter. AI promised to change that. Amazon debuted its new hardware powered by a revamped Alexa last fall, and now it's finally Google's turn. The Google Home Speaker is the company's first new smart speaker in six years and its first "built for Gemini." After years of neglect, Google appears to be finally getting serious about the smart home - again. The new speaker is the clearest sign yet. Gemini for Home, however, still feels unfinished. Google … Read the full story at The Verge.