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'Hey Google…'

Use Gemini by saying 'Hey Google' to your speaker or display to request specific help or answers. Gemini helps you tackle everyday tasks seamlessly. Get richer answers, set and edit reminders, stream media and control your smart home more naturally.

Expand your knowledge¹

  • Bran icon

    Hey Google, help me explain to my seven-year-old how electricity works.

  • Speech bubble

    Hey Google, my teacher said looking at distant stars is like looking back in time. Can you explain that?

  • Computer icon

    Hey Google, I heard there was a breakthrough in quantum computing.

  • Book icon

    Hey Google, what’s the term for the smell of rain?

  • Lightbulb icon

    Hey Google, what’s the difference between ‘affect’ and ‘effect,’ and what’s a trick to remember which one to use?

  • Globe icon

    Hey Google, what’s a trade deficit?

Get quick answers and facts¹

  • Magic icon

    Hey Google, what land mammal is the fastest swimmer?

  • Basketball icon

    Hey Google, who are the top five scoring players in basketball history?

  • Trophy icon

    Ok Google, which of these players would win in a one-on-one tournament, in their prime?

  • Calculator icon

    OK Google, if I have $1,000 in my savings account, how much will it increase over five years with an interest rate of 4%?

Follow sports

  • Football icon

    Hey Google, when is the '<team name>’s next game?

  • American football icon

    Hey Google, what are the match-ups to watch for in Monday night's game?

  • Helmet icon

    Hey Google, how did <insert driver name> do in the last race?

Troubleshoot issues around the house

  • Speech icon

    Hey Google, how do I use real-time translation on my Pixel Buds?

  • Laptop icon

    Ok Google, why won't my laptop turn on?

  • Wrench icon

    Hey Google, I think that my kitchen sink has a leak.

Discover and enjoy music

  • Song icon

    Hey Google, play <song name>.

  • Music icon

    Hey Google, play the song from the film where they fly into space to blow up an asteroid.

  • Play icon

    Hey Google, who sings this song?

  • Profile icon

    Ok Google, what are these lyrics about?

  • Music icon

    Ok Google, what are some other songs similar to this one?

  • Note icon

    Hey Google, play the song of the summer from 1998.

  • Sound icon

    Ok Google, I want a pop song about overcoming obstacles.

Listen to podcasts, watch videos and TV

  • Mic icon

    Hey Google, play the latest episode of <podcast name>.

  • Mic icon

    Ok Google, play a recent podcast featuring Sundar Pichai.

  • Building icon

    Hey Google, play a podcast about life in ancient Rome.

  • Video icon

    Ok Google, play a video on how skyscrapers are built.

  • Videos icon

    Hey Google, play the latest video from <channel creator>.

  • Film icon

    Hey Google, what's that new film for children with the catchy songs that everyone is talking about?

  • Volume icon

    Hey Google, lower the volume.

  • Speaker icon

    Hey Google, move the music to the living room speaker.

Control your home²

  • Lamp icon

    Ok Google, dim the lights, set the temp to 22° and turn on the TV.

  • Calendar icon

    Hey Google, turn off the lights in 10 minutes.

  • Security icon

    Hey Google, lock all the doors.

  • Nest Cam Outdoor icon

    Ok Google, show me the back garden camera.

  • Lights icon

    Hey Google, how many lights are on?

Use cameras to know what's happening in your home

  • Chime icon

    Hey Google, were any parcels delivered yesterday (requires an Advanced plan of Google Home Premium)?4,5

  • Nest icon

    Hey Google, catch me up on what happened at home today (requires an Advanced plan of Google Home Premium).4,5

  • Door icon

    Hey Google, what time did Olivia come home (requires an Advanced plan of Google Home Premium)?4,5

  • Paw icon

    Hey Google, did someone take the dog out today (requires an Advanced plan of Google Home Premium)?4,5

  • Camera icon

    Hey Google, did something eat my plants in the back garden (requires an Advanced plan of Google Home Premium)?4,5

Organise household tasks, lists and reminders

  • Schedule icon

    Hey Google, what’s on my calendar tomorrow?

  • Sun icon

    Hey Google, set an alarm for 10 minutes before sunrise.

  • Yoga icon

    Hey Google, add 'yoga class' to my calendar every Monday at 6.00 p.m.

  • Clock icon

    Hey Google, add dinner with Julian to my calendar at 6.00 p.m. on Saturday.

  • Health icon

    Ok Google, Jeremy has a dentist appointment on Wednesday at 3.00 p.m.

  • Family icon

    Hey Google, create a note called 'holiday ideas' and add 'go to the beach'.

  • Forest icon

    Hey Google, create a list of things that we might need on a family hike.

  • Moon icon

    Hey Google, remind us to go stargazing on the night when we can see the Geminids best.

  • Rain icon

    Hey Google, will it rain today?

  • Bicycle icon

    Hey Google, which day looks better for a bike ride this weekend?

  • Coffee icon

    Hey Google, what time does the coffee shop near me close?

  • Alarm icon

    Hey Google, remind me to order a turkey one week before Thanksgiving.

Get food on the table

  • Oven icon

    Hey Google, create a list of Mediterranean meals that I can cook at home this week.

  • Sun icon

    Ok Google, add the ingredients for lemon pepper chicken to my shopping list.

  • Basket icon

    Hey Google, how much black cod should I buy to feed four adults?

  • Bell icon

    Hey Google, add peanut butter and apple cider vinegar to my shopping list.

  • Spark icon

    Hey Google, I need some ideas for a quick, easy dinner that I can make tonight.

  • Garden icon

    Hey Google, I need a heart-healthy salad dressing.

  • Toast icon

    Ok Google, give me a recipe for fluffy buttermilk pancakes.

  • Meal icon

    Hey Google, how do I make onsen tamago?

  • AI icon

    Hey Google, I'm out of vanilla, what can I use instead?

  • Cookware icon

    Hey Google, how many tablespoons are in a half-cup?

  • Brunch icon

    Hey Google, how do I get my scrambled eggs fluffy like a pro chef?

  • Wait icon

    Ok Google, set a pasta timer for seven minutes.

  • Clock icon

    Hey Google, add five minutes to the chicken timer.

  • Time icon

    Hey Google, set a timer for a perfectly soft-boiled egg.

  • Bell icon

    Hey Google, let everyone know that it's time for dinner.

Plan your next adventure or gathering

  • Aeroplane icon

    Hey Google, give me some ideas for a holiday in November.  Somewhere with great food and outdoor activities.

  • Umbrella icon

    Hey Google, where should I stay to access the best spots for diving in Thailand?

  • Buildings icon

    Ok Google, make a list of the top museums to visit in Shanghai.

  • Parachute icon

    Hey Google, is there a climbing gym open near me?

  • Cocktail icon

    Hey Google, what are some creative, budget-friendly theme ideas for a casual get-together with friends?

  • Grill icon

    Hey Google, I'm hosting a casual garden barbecue. Suggest a full menu with a main dish, three side dishes and a dessert that can be made ahead of time.

  • Centerpiece icon

    Ok Google, suggest simple, elegant centrepiece ideas for my dining table that I can make myself.

Develop new skills and interests

  • Paint icon

    Hey Google, can you help me become a better painter?

  • Pages icon

    Hey Google, give me a list of the best detective novels, set in a historical period.

  • Communication icon

    Hey Google, how do I say, 'can I make a reservation for four people tonight at 7.00 p.m.' in Chinese (requires Google Home Premium)?3

  • Book icon

    Hey Google, what are some tips to help me be more efficient with my studies?

  • Chess icon

    Hey Google, what does it mean to castle your king in chess?

Get advice and support

  • Run icon

    Hey Google, what should I eat leading up to a 5K run to perform my best?

  • Gift icon

    OK Google, I need gift ideas for a friend. She's really into vintage records and artsy decor.

  • Phone icon

    Hey Google, call Jeremy.

  • Ocean icon

    Hey Google, play ocean sounds.

  • Heart icon

    Ok Google, how can I start practising mindfulness?

Just for fun

  • Comedy icon

    Hey Google, tell me a joke about penguins.

  • Puzzle icon

    Hey Google, ask me a riddle.

  • Rabbit icon

    Hey Google, tell me a story.

  • Diamond icon

    Hey Google, tell me a story about a boy and his pet dragon.

  • Dice icon

    Hey Google, roll a 12-sided dice.

'Hey Google, let’s chat…'

Use Gemini Live by saying 'Hey Google, let's chat'. Get expert help, learn new concepts and brainstorm ideas. Chat freely, interrupt and ask follow-up questions, just like you would with a friend, all without having to repeat 'Hey Google'.

Deepen your understanding with Google Home Premium³

  • Magic icon

    Hey Google, let’s chat. What's the difference between AR, VR and mixed reality?

  • Thinking icon

    Hey Google, let’s chat. What does the jobs report have to do with interest rates?

  • Shapes icon

    Hey Google, let's chat about my child's algebra homework.

Get help solving every day problems with Google Home Premium³

  • Dining icon

    Hey Google, let's chat about what to make for dinner. I have spinach, eggs and feta.

  • Car icon

    Hey Google, let’s chat. I'm looking to get a car, but I'm overwhelmed. Where do I start?

  • Ideas icon

    Hey Google, let's chat about my neighbour who practices drums in the evening. How can I talk to them about the noise?

For the family with Google Home Premium³

  • Emoji icon

    Hey Google, let's chat and create a bedtime story together. Make it about a robot who flies and goes on adventures with his sidekick, Scout.

  • Boat icon

    Hey Google, let's chat about ideas for a family holiday.

  • Wifi icon

    Hey Google, let’s chat. How can I explain how Wi-Fi works to my seven-year-old?

  • Sword icon

    Hey Google, let’s chat. I need some ideas for a rainy day activity with my five-year-old who loves pirates.

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  • 1

    Responses from Gemini for Home are provided by an LLM. As such, they may produce factually inaccurate or fabricated information ('hallucinations'). Outputs should be independently verified for accuracy.

  • 2

    Requires compatible smart home devices.

  • 3

    Google Home Premium subscription required.

  • 4

    Google Home Premium: (Advanced plan required).

  • 5

    Compatible camera with event-based recording or continuous video recording required.