Google Home adds Gemini camera-triggered automations

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- Google Home rolls out a Gemini‑powered automation that triggers smart‑home routines when security cameras detect activity.
- Gemini for Home adds enhanced voice‑command support as part of the update.
- Gemini for Home receives general stability improvements alongside the new camera‑trigger feature.
Why it matters: Homeowners gain a new camera‑triggered automation that lets Google Home react to visual cues without manual setup, while Google captures more usage data, driving higher device engagement and ad revenue.

