Google is introducing a Gemini-powered automation feature for Google Home that allows Nest and select third-party cameras to trigger smart home routines based on visual object recognition.
Key Points
- Users can create custom automations by describing specific visual events, such as detecting mail deliveries or animals near trash bins.
- The feature requires a Google Home Premium Advanced subscription, costing $20 per month or $200 annually.
- It is currently available in English for US users enrolled in the Google Home Public Preview program.
- Gemini for Home now supports complex, multi-action voice commands and offers improved response times for natural language requests.
- Google advises against using these visual automations for time-sensitive security or safety purposes due to processing latency.