Google’s first smart speaker in six years arrives next week

Google is releasing its first new smart speaker in six years, with preorders starting on June 17th and shipping on June 29th. The Google Home Speaker features a unique design with touch-capacitive buttons and a light ring, and is available in four colors: porcelain, hazel, jade, and berry. The speaker's hardware has not changed since its announcement nine months ago, and it is priced at $99. The device is part of Google's efforts to expand its smart home offerings, built for Gemini for Home.

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