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Google will shut down Google Assistant on Android devices starting September 4, replacing it entirely with Gemini, affecting phones, smartwatches, headphones, and cars with Android Auto.
Google will remove Google Assistant from Android phones, tablets, and paired devices starting September 4th, replacing it with Gemini where available.
Wired's updated 2026 guide to the best smart speakers across Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri ecosystems, highlighting top picks like the Amazon Echo Dot Max, Google Nest Hub Max, Google Nest Audio, and Apple HomePod Mini.