Here are 100 things to try with the new Gemini for Home voice assistant: Ask for simple explanations of complex topics. “Hey Google, help me explain to my 7-year-old how electricity works.” Explore natural phenomena. “Hey Google, how is glass made from sand?” Understand scientific concepts. “Hey Google, my teacher said looking at distant stars is like looking back in time. Can you explain that?” Get a personal tour of current events. “Hey Google, I heard there was a breakthrough in quantum computing.” Learn new vocabulary. “Hey Google, what’s the term for the smell of rain?” Clarify tricky word usage. “Hey Google, what’s the difference between ‘affect’ and ‘effect,’ and what’s a trick to remember which one to use?” Request example sentences. “Hey Google, give me some examples in a sentence.” Understand global economic terms. “Hey Google, what’s a trade deficit?” Discover fun facts. “Hey Google, what land mammal is the fastest swimmer?” Try surprising statistics. “Hey Google, how many people would fit into the tallest building in the world?” Test your sports knowledge. “Hey Google, who are the top five scoring players in basketball history?” Play hypothetical matchups. “OK Google, which of these players would win in a one-on-one tournament, in their prime?” Perform advanced math. “OK Google, what is the square root of 6,754?” Calculate compound interest. “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%?” Check your team’s schedule. “Hey Google, when is the '' next game?” Add games to your calendar. “Hey Google, put it on my calendar.” Get game insights. “Hey Google, what are the match-ups to watch for in Monday night’s game?” Catch up on results. “Hey Google, how did do in the last race?” Track season standings. “Hey Google, who’s leading the series?” Learn how to use your gadgets. “Hey Google, how do I use real-time translation on my Pixel Buds?” Troubleshoot device issues. “OK Google, how come my laptop won’t turn on?” Get home repair advice. “Hey Google, I think my kitchen sink has a leak.” Improve water pressure. “Hey Google, how can I get better water pressure in my shower?” Play favorite songs. “Hey Google, play .” Search by description. “Hey Google, play the song from the movie where they fly into space to blow up an asteroid.” Discover new artists. “Hey Google, who sings this song?” Understand lyrics. “OK Google, what are these lyrics about?” Find similar songs. “OK Google, what are some other songs similar to this one?” Relive the past. “Hey Google, play the song of the summer from 1998.” Match music to your mood. “OK Google, I want a pop song about overcoming obstacles.” Listen to podcasts. “Hey Google, play the latest episode of .” Hear interviews. “OK Google, play a recent podcast featuring Sundar Pichai.” Dive into niche topics. “Hey Google, play a podcast about life in ancient Rome.” Watch videos on smart displays. “OK Google, play a video on how skyscrapers are built.” Follow favorite creators. “Hey Google, play the latest video from .” Find trending content. “Hey Google, what’s that new movie for kids with the catchy songs everyone is talking about?” Create watchlists. “Hey Google, create a list of award-winning TV shows for me.” Control playback. “Hey Google, lower the volume.” Move music between rooms. “Hey Google, move the music to the living room speaker.” Turn on lights. “Hey Google, turn on the lights.” Control multiple devices. “Hey Google, turn off all the lights except for the living room.” Schedule automatic routines. “Hey Google, turn off the lights in 10 minutes.” Secure your home. “Hey Google, lock all the doors.” View camera feeds. “OK Google, show me the backyard camera.” Monitor energy use. “Hey Google, how many lights are on?” Check deliveries. “Hey Google, were any packages delivered yesterday?” Get daily summaries. “Hey Google, catch me up on what happened at home today.” Track family members. “Hey Google, what time did Olivia come home?” Monitor pets. “Hey Google, did someone take the dog out today?” Investigate backyard activity. “Hey Google, did something eat my plants in the backyard?” Search camera history. “Hey Google, was there an animal in my backyard last night?” Check tomorrow’s calendar. “Hey Google, what’s on my calendar tomorrow?” Wake up with sunrise. “Hey Google, set an alarm for 10 minutes before sunrise.” Schedule weekly routines. “Hey Google, add ‘yoga class’ to my calendar every Monday at 6 p.m.” Organize social plans. “Hey Google, add dinner with Julian to my calendar at 6 p.m. on Saturday.” Adjust plans on the fly. “Hey Google, actually make that 7 p.m.” Share appointments. “OK Google, Jeremy has a dentist appointment on Wednesday at 3 p.m.” Start family notes. “Hey Google, create a family note called 'vacation ideas' and add 'go to the beach.’” Build shared lists. “Hey Google, create a list of things we might need on a family hike.” Plan special moments. “Hey Google, remind us to go stargazing on the night when we can see the Geminids best.” Check weather. “Hey Google, will it rain today?” Get commute times. “Hey Google, how long will it take me to get to Mountain View?” Choose the best weekend day. “Hey Google, which day looks better for a bike ride this weekend?” Check local hours. “Hey Google, what time does the coffee shop near me close?” Set reminders. “Hey Google, remind me to order a turkey one week before Thanksgiving.” Plan meals. “Hey Google, create a list of Mediterranean meals I can cook at home this week.” Build shopping lists. “OK Google, add the ingredients for lemon pepper chicken to my shopping list.” Check quantities. “Hey Google, how much black cod should I buy to feed four adults?” Add essentials. “Hey Google, add peanut butter and apple cider vinegar to my shopping list.” Get dinner ideas. “Hey Google, I need some ideas for a quick, easy dinner I can make tonight.” Find healthy recipes. “Hey Google, I need a heart-healthy salad dressing.” Satisfy cravings. “OK Google, give me a recipe for fluffy buttermilk pancakes.” Try new dishes. “Hey Google, how do I make onsen tamago?” Substitute ingredients. “Hey Google, I’m out of vanilla, what can I use instead?” Convert measurements. “Hey Google, how many tablespoons are in a half-cup?” Master cooking techniques. “Hey Google, how do I get my scrambled eggs fluffy like a pro chef?” Check pan temperature. “OK Google, how do I know my pan is the right temperature for stir fry?” Balance dressings. “Hey Google, my vinaigrette needs balance. What's the best oil-to-acid ratio?” Set timers. “OK Google, set a pasta timer for seven minutes.” Manage multiple timers. “Hey Google, add five minutes to the chicken timer.” Set ideal cooking times. “Hey Google, set a timer for a perfectly soft-boiled egg.” Signal dinner time. “Hey Google, let everyone know it’s time for dinner.” Plan vacations. “Hey Google, give me some ideas for a vacation in November. Somewhere with great food and outdoor activities.” Find ideal stays. “Hey Google, where should I stay to access the best spots for diving in Thailand?” Build itineraries. “OK Google, make a list of the top museums to visit in Shanghai.” Find local fun. “Hey Google, is there a climbing gym open near me?” Get weekend ideas. “Hey Google, help me figure out something fun to do this weekend.” Plan gatherings. “Hey Google, what are some creative, budget-friendly theme ideas for a casual get-together with friends?” Design a BBQ menu. “Hey Google, I'm hosting a casual backyard BBQ. Suggest a full menu with a main dish, three side dishes and a dessert that can be made ahead of time.” Create centerpieces. “OK Google, suggest simple, elegant centerpiece ideas for my dining table that I can make myself.” Develop hobbies. “Hey Google, can you help me become a better painter?” Build reading lists. “Hey Google, give me a list of the best detective novels, set in a historical period.” Learn languages. “Hey Google, how do I say, ‘can I make a reservation for four people tonight at 7 p.m.’ in Chinese?” Boost productivity. “Hey Google, what are some tips to help me be more efficient with my studies?” Learn game rules. “Hey Google, what does it mean to castle your king in chess?” Prepare for events. “Hey Google, what should I eat leading up to a 5K run to perform my best?” Find gifts. “OK Google, I need gift ideas for a friend. She's really into vintage records and artsy decor.” Make calls. “Hey Google, call Jeremy.” Relax with sounds. “Hey Google, play ocean sounds.” Practice mindfulness. “OK Google, how can I start practicing mindfulness?”