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Google Opens Gemini to Third‑Party Cameras and Speakers With 'Gemini Built In' Program

The company says the move will speed partner hardware releases by providing ready-made camera and speaker designs that bring Nest and Gemini AI features to more homes.

Gemini for Home expands to developers, hardware makers, and service providers, so more devices can utilize its AI intelligence for smarter homes.
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Overview

  • Google launched the 'Gemini built in' program to let device makers ship products with Gemini AI features by using Google’s platform and tools.
  • The program publishes a Camera Reference Design and a new Speaker Reference Design that Google says let partners build Gemini-capable cameras and high-fidelity speakers that support the full Gemini voice experience.
  • Developers will gain access to core smart-home APIs, including the tools behind Ask Home and Nest Cam’s scene recognition, so third-party apps can use the same AI features.
  • Carriers and service providers can embed Google Home Premium and Gemini features into their apps, and AT&T is reported to be integrating these capabilities into its Connected Life security service.
  • Walmart’s Onn has already shipped Gemini-capable cameras, and a leaked Onn speaker plus a teased Google Home Speaker suggest both partner and Google-branded devices based on the program may arrive soon.