Google Discontinues Nest Mini and Nest Audio, Launches $99 Gemini-Powered Home Speaker

A Google spokesperson told Tech Advisor: "As we continue to build the future of the smart home, we are refining our portfolio of Google Home and Nest devices. As part of this evolution, we have ended production of the Google Nest Mini and Google Nest Audio" .

Continued Support for Existing Devices

Google has stated it will continue supporting all existing Nest speakers and displays with Gemini, the company's AI assistant . Users are told not to discard their current devices, as they will remain functional and receive ongoing software and feature support . "Existing Nest Mini and Nest Audio devices will continue to be fully supported with regular software updates, security patches and customer care," a representative from Google told Engadget .

New Google Home Speaker — Launch, Pricing, and Features

Pre-order and release timeline

• Pre-orders opened on June 17, 2026 .
• The speaker begins shipping and hits retail on June 25, 2026 .

Pricing

• $99.99 / £99 in the US and UK .
• $139.99 CAD in Canada .
• ¥16,800 in Japan .

Colors
Available in four colors: Porcelain, Hazel, Berry, and Jade . However, only Porcelain and Hazel are available in the UK and Canada, with Berry and Jade exclusive to the US .

Key features

• First Google audio device built from the ground up for Gemini for Home voice assistant .
• 360-degree design — a fresh aesthetic after a six-year gap since the last Google Home speaker .
• Advanced natural language understanding powered by Gemini AI .
• A new Google Home Premium subscription ($9.99/month) is required for some advanced features, including Gemini Live for real-time conversations .
• Pre-orders through September 30 come with six months of Google Home Premium free .
• The device is crafted from 37 percent recycled materials .

Where to Buy and What Comes Next

The Google Home Speaker is available for pre-order directly from the Google Store and at Best Buy . It will launch in 18 countries, including the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand . Customers in Germany will need to wait slightly longer, with Google noting the device will be available "soon" .