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Any DIY open-source Alexa/Google alternatives?


I'm looking to replace my Alexa with an alternative where I can use a realtime model like Gemini or an STT -> LLM -> TTS pipeline. Should be easy to build with an Arduino or I'd even be happy buying an already made solution.

Basic functions should include playing Spotify, asking questions, settings timers.


  👤 Zekio Accepted Answer ✓
I believe home assistant, is/was working on a physical products for this, but no idea if it available yet

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