I just got Gemini on my Google Home and Nest speakers, and I’d like a refund
The author describes a frustrating experience after Google's Gemini AI rolled out to their Google Home and Nest devices, citing significant performance issues including slow response times, inconsistent device activation, and unreliable command execution. Despite having a strong internet connection and modern hardware, the upgrade has made the smart home system less functional than before. The author is so dissatisfied they are seeking a refund and reverted to the original Google Assistant via factory reset. User comments echo these concerns, reporting similar problems across Europe.
- ▪Gemini AI has rolled out to Google Home and Nest speakers in select European countries, including France.
- ▪Users report severe performance issues, including slow responses, incorrect device activation, and failed command execution.
- ▪The author and commenters note that the previous Google Assistant performed better despite newer hardware and fast internet.
- ▪Reverting to the old Assistant requires factory resetting devices and recreating the home setup in the Google Home app.
- ▪Many users express dissatisfaction, with over half of survey respondents indicating they are unhappy with Gemini on smart speakers.
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