Google Home Speaker (2026) Review | Why Apple Should Be Worried

Is the Google Home Speaker (2026) the smartest speaker yet? In this review, we take a closer look at Google's new Gemini-powered smart speaker, covering its AI features, sound quality, smart home controls, and how it compares to the Apple HomePod mini. Find out whether Gemini finally delivers the smart home assistant we've been waiting for, and whether Google's new $99 speaker is worth buying in 2026. Subscribe for more smart home, AI, and consumer tech reviews from Digital Trends. BUY NOW 🛒 From Best Buy: https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/4aLBZn 🛒 From Home Depot: https://homedepot.sjv.io/vD09zA VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00 Google Home Speaker (2026) Overview 00:28 Design, Colors & Setup 01:54 Gemini AI Features 03:30 Google Home Premium & Gemini Live 04:19 Sound Quality & Smart Home Features 05:00 Google Home Speaker vs Apple HomePod mini 07:07 Is the Google Home Speaker Worth It? BECOME A DIGITAL TRENDS YOUTUBE MEMBER: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8wXC0ZCfGt3HaVLy_fdTQw/join SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/DTYouTubeSub DIGITAL TRENDS APP BUNDLE: https://www.digitaltrends.com/digital-trends-app-bundle/ VISIT DIGITAL TRENDS: https://www.digitaltrends.com NIT-NERDS MERCH: https://my-store-e80770.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW DIGITAL TRENDS! https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrends https://twitter.com/digitaltrends https://www.instagram.com/digitaltrends WATCH MORE VIDEOS! Newest Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEIwIHCxaFVfXB8EANzJF9SE8jKsB9zS How To: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEIwIHCxaFWxNMwajRgH7uUVqATn7aCN TV Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEIwIHCxaFVytK8chw0pMxTFRe5U9MFt You Asked: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEIwIHCxaFUjYIJcaPPEQ4-qdng1lOl- Most Popular: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEIwIHCxaFVOxYqIbFe-uBNpr0Ujgc0j SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS Each of the partners listed below has been integral in helping our channel continue to grow. We love their products and think you will too, please help support them by checking out the links below. 🤝 BDI Elements Media Console: https://bit.ly/44sBo7s 🤝 BDI Reveal Coffee Table: https://bit.ly/3R5q79M 🤝 BDI Serif Side Table: https://bit.ly/3R5pZHk 🤝 Acoustic Treatment: http://www.acousticservices.info/ 🤝 Artlist Music: https://artlist.io/referral/142302/Digital 🤝 RØDE Wireless Pro: https://brandstore.rode.com/products/wireless-pro?sca_ref=4584951.fVzTeSQa5y&sca_source=YouTube 🤝 RØDE NT5 Matched Pair: https://rode.com/en-us/microphones/studio-condenser/nt5?sca_ref=4584951.fVzTeSQa5y&sca_source=YouTube 🤝 Polk Reserve Series R600 Floorstanding Tower Speakers: https://amzn.to/3pWb9Il ABOUT DIGITAL TRENDS: Digital Trends was founded in 2006 with a simple mission: Give readers the tools and insight they need in order to navigate their increasingly digital world. With sneak peeks, one-of-a-kind reviews, editorials and news, we are your dependable guide to the ever evolving world around us. We live, love, and breathe tech so that we can explain it to you simply and clearly. Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our channels. #DigitalTrends #smarthome #google #gemini