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Walmart’s Gemini speaker leak suggests Google is opening up its ecosystem again

A new Walmart Onn smart speaker featuring Google’s Gemini AI has appeared on the Connectivity Standards Alliance website, signaling a potential shift toward third-party integration for the assistant.

Key Points

  • The unreleased Onn smart speaker includes Google Cast for Audio, smart home controls, and a hardware microphone kill switch.
  • Technical specifications for the device list 10W power, a far-field microphone array, and integrated LED indicators.
  • The device was discovered via a listing on the Connectivity Standards Alliance website, which certifies IoT devices for universal standards.
  • This product marks the first potential third-party hardware launch to feature Gemini for Home instead of the legacy Google Assistant.

Why it Matters

This development suggests Google is reopening its ecosystem to third-party manufacturers after a long period of prioritizing its own first-party hardware. By integrating Gemini into affordable devices like the Onn line, Google could significantly accelerate the adoption of its generative AI assistant across the smart home market.
Android Authority Published by Adamya Sharma
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