Google just fixed one of the biggest Gemini for Home problems, bringing back a feature users say they 'really missed'

• Gemini for Home is getting another update
• Continued Conversation is rolling out now for early access users
• It means 'hey Google' isn't always needed

The switch from Google Assistant to Gemini on Google's various smart home devices hasn't exactly been seamless, but there are encouraging signs that something is now being done about the most significant bugs and missing features.

Case in point: Google just announced that the Continued Conversation feature is making its way to users who have early access to Gemini for Home. The feature doesn't need a subscription, and is available in all languages and in all regions — provided you've already been given the Gemini for Home functionality.

As the name suggests, it means you can have longer chats with Gemini, and won't have to say "hey Google" again if you stop speaking for a few seconds. Your smart devices should ...