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Google's indifference toward its smart speaker lineup and declining everyday performance are causing users to consider alternatives like Amazon Alexa.
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Who
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority
What
Google's indifference toward its smart speaker lineup and declining everyday performance are causing users to consider alternatives like Amazon Alexa.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:04:27 GMT · 5h 2m ago
Where
India ·
Why
Google has consistently neglected its smart speaker category, with discontinued models, limited replacements, and a deteriorating user experience, prompting users to look elsewhere.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
Google's perceived neglect of its smart speaker range, including the discontinuation of models and poor user experience, is pushing loyal customers towards competitors like Amazon Alexa, potentially impacting Google's market share in smart home devices. The author notes that Google Assistant in India is not getting new updates like Gemini, while Alexa is better at understanding Indian languages, catering to local users and potentially shifting market preferences.
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