Google has announced the transition from Google Assistant to Gemini for smart home devices by late 2025, promising a 'new experience' for users. However, concerns have arisen regarding Gemini's ability to perform basic tasks effectively, such as setting timers, which could impact smart home interactions. Gemini's tendency to hallucinate information poses further reliability issues. Google is reportedly working on refining Gemini to enhance its functionality for smart homes. Questions remain about whether older devices will support the new system, potentially leaving some users with unsupported gadgets.