Google is bringing its Gemini AI to third-party smart speakers, starting with Walmart’s Onn smart speaker, signaling a broader Gemini rollout beyond Google’s own devices.

The CSA listing confirms key features such as Google Cast for Audio, smart home controls, a built-in microphone with a kill switch, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and physical playback controls.

Background notes reference past third-party Assistant speakers and imply a shift back toward broader hardware collaboration in the Gemini era.

Pricing and a launch date have not been disclosed yet.

While pricing isn’t disclosed, expectations are that the Onn speaker will be cheaper than Google’s previously priced Home Speaker.

Launch timing remains unclear, potentially aligning with Walmart’s Onn lineup and the uncertain availability of Google’s own $100 Home Speaker.

There is no official Walmart announcement yet, but the CSA listing suggests a near-future launch, with other Onn devices already in stores.

Walmart has not formally announced the Onn Smart Speaker or listed it on its site, keeping timing uncertain.

The Google Home Speaker is expected to launch in the near future, potentially within weeks.

Industry observers express cautious optimism about Gemini’s performance on a budget speaker and question whether hardware can keep pace with software.

The listing hints at privacy features, including a hardware mic kill switch, and suggests a compact design aligned with Walmart’s Onn devices.

Development signals expanding third-party Gemini ecosystem participation, echoing past collaborations with brands like JBL and Sony, indicating ecosystem growth.