Google is expanding its voice assistant, Gemini for Home, to 16 additional countries and introducing support for seven new languages. This rollout follows its initial early access launch in the United States and subsequent availability in Canada and Mexico. Countries now included in the expansion are Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand.
Users will need to manually opt into the revamped experience through the Google Home app, as the program remains in early access. Over recent weeks, Google has made significant improvements to Gemini, enhancing response times and context awareness, and introducing features like real-time answers using Nest Cam footage. Key updates include a reduction in smart home command latency by up to 40%, improved device identification, and enhanced control for smart appliances.
These enhancements aim to facilitate more natural interactions, ensuring that tasks like setting timers or alarms are more efficient. As Google continues to refine Gemini for Home, the focus remains on creating a more responsive and intuitive home automation experience for users.