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You’ll be able to opt out of some settings, like Voice Match or personal results. You can change these settings at any time after you complete setup. The Google Home device's 10-digit alphanumeric serial number is located on the bottom of the device in the center. Two LEDs on the side of the Nest Mini show you where to tap for volume control. On the outside of the speaker, you'll find the same muting switch as before.
There's also the option to call your home speakers from the Home app if your mobile device has Google Duo installed. Google added several new features and improved sound quality to its second-generation smart speaker. The unit sounds better, in part, because it requires more energy to power its sound drivers. 15W is still a relatively low amount of power for an electronic device like this, but it is an increase over the 3-4W of the orignal's. Unfortunately, Google gave up a fantastic opportunity to further unify its hardware offerings with a USB Type-C cable, instead opting for a proprietary power cable. The Nest Mini is Google's replacement for the original Google Home Mini.
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Did you know Google Assistant can deliver personalized information to multiple people in the home? Google Assistant is now capable of supporting up to six people’s voices with Voice Match on a smart speaker or display, so that you only get relevant details that pertain to you. Additionally, you can take advantage of stream transfer, and move content (music, podcasts, etc.) from your Mini to other compatible devices with your voice. Google Nest speakers can now control more than 30,000 different smart home devices, you can have the Nest Mini speak multiple languages, and so much more. Nest Hub’s simple design and subtle colours fit any room.
Plus, play your favorite songs on a crystal-clear speaker, and relive your memories with Google Photos. Get help with the little moments, so you can enjoy the big moments. Sound on this speaker is full, vibrant, and sounds very good. Bass still isn't quite up to the level of Nest Audio, but that product is double the price so it should have better audio quality!
Google Nest Mini (2nd gen)
The speaker's top fabric is made from 100% recycled plastic, and the external enclosure is made from 35% recycled plastic. Google told me that one half-liter plastic bottle makes enough fabric to cover a little bit more than two speakers. That's a small design detail that could tip the scales for an environmentally conscious consumer trying to decide between the Nest Mini and anEcho Dot. Meet Google Home Mini, powered by the Google Assistant. The original Google Home gives you hands-free help, and the Google Home Mini lets you experience it in more places.
There’s no 3.5mm audio jack to connect an external speaker, but there is Bluetooth support. What’s interesting is that Google is still selling its predecessor, the Google Home Mini for $49. However, if you craving for something with more substance, consider Google’s current smart displays — the Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max. We tested out the Nest Mini to see how it stacks up against the rest of the pint-sized smart speaker pack. It gradually brightens the display and increases the alarm volume.
Google Nest Mini
The latest Echo Dot still produces more sound at each volume level, but it feels distorted and busy compared with the Nest Mini, especially at higher volumes. The Google Home Mini has two microphones for recognizing your voice across the room. The Nest Mini has three to improve that far-field detection. In my testing, the third mic did increase the range at which the assistant could hear me, and it did particularly well at hearing me over music playing from other speakers nearby. Of course, a lot of that will depend on your home's acoustics and layout.
At first glance, it looks just like its predecessor, but a handful of new features make the still-$49 (£49, AU$79) Nest Mini an even better value. 20 total taps will mute all audio except your Google Assistant. 10 total taps will mute all audio except your Google Assistant.
Google Nest Hub Max with the Google Assistant helps your busy family stay in touch and on track. Check in on home when you’re away with the built-in Nest Cam. Everyone sees their own calendar, commute, and more with just a glance. And enjoy Google Photos, YouTube TV, videos, and music on the 10-inch HD screen with stereo speakers. Prevents Google Home Max from listening or responding.
Qualifying purchases could enjoy No Interest if paid in full in 6 months on purchases of $99 or more. Will usually ship within 3 business days of receiving cleared payment. If you're already a Google Home Mini owner, you might recall the drama that surrounded the buttons on the top of the unit when the first-gen Mini initially went up for sale. If you're like me, you've always wanted to mount your Google Home Minis somewhere on a wall but never wanted to spend the dough to buy some of the third-party mounts on the market. Here are a couple of reasons you might be willing to shell out $50 to replace those existing Google Home Mini speakers.
Turn down the volume Press and hold left side of Home Mini. Turn down the volume Swipe counterclockwise on the top of the device. But you should head to CNET.com for a review, and a more thorough list of differences between the 1st and 2nd gen.
The Nest Mini can make free phone calls via Google Duo and you can use it as an intercom to call other Google/Nest speakers in the home. The Nest Mini’s sound was clearer though, and we could hear every layer of the music — clear mid tones, high tones, and bass. Manually controlling the volume isn’t all that necessary with the Nest Mini though, as the device automatically adjusts its volume based on the background noise in the room.
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