# The Home Speaker is the wrong $99 Google Home gadget to buy in 2026

> The Home Speaker is the wrong $99 Google Home gadget to buy in 2026 Aug 15, 2026 — 6:00 AM ET With the launch of the Home Speaker, Google trimmed down its smart speaker and display lineup.

- **Source:** [Android Authority](https://www.androidauthority.com/google-home-speaker-nest-display-comparison-3696291/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a805828c4ca639e12336ebe)
- **Published:** 2026-08-15
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #google #gemini
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