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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Perfect Smart Companion

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Google Nest Mini 2nd Generation: A compact and stylish smart home assistant with a responsive Google Assistant, impressive sound quality, seamless integration with other devices, and robust privacy features. It offers great value for its price and enhances the convenience and efficiency of any smart home setup. This voice-activated smart assistant is incredibly responsive and understands my commands flawlessly. From answering questions and setting timers to playing music and controlling other compatible smart devices in my home, the Google Assistant does it all with remarkable accuracy and speed with great sound quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better Than Echo In Certain Areas

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have owned an Amazon Echo (old and newest gen) for years. It by far has the most apps that it works without. However, that doesn't mean it works well. I use this to mostly control my Hue Lighting and answer random questions throughout the day. Sometimes for music. The Echo when turning on lights would often give me some type of error, not work, or not hear me at all. I'm from Colorado (where most would say I don't have an accent), well educated, and enunciate well. Not bragging here just mentioning problems that make voice activated stuff not work so well. So, in other words I'm the ideal person for this device but it would still not pick me up half the time. So, I bought a Google Home now called Nest Mini. The application itself is more modern looking than Alexa (Echo). If you have any google application they are very similar. Setup was a lot easier and user friendly than on the Alexa. It also works a lot better. I would say you can do more on Alexa but Google executes what it can do a lot better. Wall mounting is easier on the Nest Mini than Echo. Google boots up faster. The answers are more detailed and correct. The voice prompts (how she interacts with you) is more natural as well. She actually notifies you what she is doing to verify it heard you. When I turn on my lights it's almost instant. No lag time and rarely comes back with errors. Also, search function goes into google which is way better than Alexa. Rarely does it tell me it doesn't understand or can't answer a question. It also hears me a lot better even when blasting music. Like I can whisper and it can hear me. For Alexa I practically had to yell at her which was awkward for us both. The Nest also looks a lot sleeker. Audio quality is similar. All around I recommend the Nest Mini 9/10 times over Alexa. That 1 time is for the specific application that Google Home doesn't support. So, Me and Her we are done. I've got a new BFF.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nest Speaker review

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was super easy to set up, I would recommend this product to my friends and family. The sound quality is good 8 out of 10.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Versatile and Fun

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This little speaker is extremely responsive to my voice, even offering oersonalization based on my voice versus my partern's. I primarily use it to play my Spotify music, ask the time or weather, and ask it questions that pop up. With music, this thing BUMPS. The bass and sound quality overall are surprising on such a small speaker. It's usually really accurate with weather according to other websites (I checked) too. However, there are a ton more features like animal of the day that are funny and would probably get used a lot more if we had kids.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great. Has good sound coming from such a small little speaker and its super easy to set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Smart Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love the comparability across all of my devices. It helps me to be more productive by setting reminders directly into my google calendar when I ask it to. It’s loud enough to fill a large bedroom. The only downside is the occasional popping sound if it’s ultrasound sensing mode is on. I turned it off and now have no issue but it’s disappointing that I had to turn off a feature to fix the problem.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Useful

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    For how small it is, the sound carries pretty well. Definitely useful for when I wanna google something and don’t know where my phone is

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love my Google

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love my Google Nest Mini! It's incredibly convenient, works seamlessly with my smart home devices, and the sound quality is surprisingly good for its size. Definitely a must-have for anyone looking to upgrade their home with smart technology.q

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Compact and Powerful: The Nest Mini (2nd Gen)

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Nest Mini (2nd Generation) with Google Assistant in Chalk is a compact and stylish smart speaker that provides an excellent user experience. The upgraded speaker provides crisp and clear sound quality, making it a great choice for listening to music or audio books. Google Assistant integration is seamless, allowing for hands-free access to information, control over smart devices, and the ability to perform a variety of tasks simply by using your voice. The device is also compatible with Google Cast, allowing you to stream music and audio content directly from your phone or tablet. The compact design of the Nest Mini makes it a versatile device that can be placed anywhere in your home. The chalk color provides a sleek and modern look, making it a great addition to any home decor. Overall, the Nest Mini (2nd Generation) with Google Assistant is an excellent choice for those looking for a compact and powerful smart speaker. The integration with Google Assistant and Google Cast make it a versatile and convenient device for controlling your smart home and accessing information.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good mini is a real help for alarms, reminding me of dates, turning on and off multiple appliances. Anything that says it supports google assistant is a go for me.. only wish it could change the stations on my cable, but you can’t have everything. I’m still learning it.. but you can’t go wrong.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It's so cool

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It can be paired with Bluetooth speakers(use one at a time). The wall mount is a clever idea. I use a push pin to mount it (they recommend a #8 screw). You can ask(voice) it to play specific music, change volume; with smart bulb, turn on/off/dim (even to certain percentage)/change color; with Tile, search for missing objects; ask/set event schedules, ask weather, time etc. I believe it can operate smart curtain and shower head, but I haven't install one. It looks pretty too. But I still don't have a good way for music source. The YouTube reqires premium membership, the Pandora doesn't work, the Google Music Play always say the piece I choosed not available. Now it uses some alternative, works fine now, but I don't know whether it's just temporary trial.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nest Mini Packs a Big Punch

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overview: Google's smaller version of the Google Home smart assistant which was originally released back in November of 2016. The Good: This is the second Google Home Mini (Sorry, I still call it that even though they rebranded it into "Nest") that I've purchased. These little smart speakers are tiny but pack a bunch as far as audio quality and volume are concerned. The term "Smart Speaker" rings true here - this thing can do a ton. From setting alarms and timers from you, to playing the daily news, it seems there's always a new feature to be discovered with this device. The microphone is surprisingly sensitive and will be able to hear your "Hey Google" ques even if you're a good distance away. I've played a ton of music on these devices, controlled Phillips Hue light systems, and used it to boost productivity through reminders and alarms. This thing is so well designed that I don't really see the need for the larger Google Nest products. The Bad: There have been some weird issues with inadvertent voice recording in the past. Google has subsequently removed that recording feature through patches. Still, the stigma of having a device unknowingly recording you is one that is hard to get rid of. The Other: This thing is loooooaded with cheesy puns and bad jokes. The Dad joke enthusiasts among us will love this thing. Just say, "Hey Google, tell me a joke" and prepare yourself! Recommended? Yes.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small size, big sound!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I already had a generation 1 on my front porch. So I got this generation 2 for under the eve by my back patio. It sounds fantastic outside. Great sale price also. Get one!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No fuss. Performs as expected.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's a Google mini. Basic speakers but gives you the functionality of having the Google smart speaker on a budget. It's great in my guestroom for controlling lights and requesting shows on the Roku tv. Its a smart speaker alright, but if you care alot about the quality of sound you should probably go for the larger more spwaker. The Google nest hub. But this device gets 5 starts because it performs as expected.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best google product

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works really great it helps me with all my electronics around the house i love it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing quality speaker, very high tech. Google hears even the softest commands and questions. Easy to connect to things around the house.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speaker

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love the sound and quality. It can hear from a far range and with the TV loud. Great speaker

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great addition to my home

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really do enjoy having this Google Nest Mini in my home. I use it as an alarm so I can keep my phone out of my bedroom while I sleep. I wanted to stop looking at my phone first thing in the morning because it would start my day off to a horrible start. I'm glad the Google home mini doesn't have a screen on it, and it's easy to use. I do wish it would read me my messages. Not sure why it doesn't. Probably need to play around with it more. Other than that it's great and I love it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love these.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought 4 of these for Christmas presents. Great price at sound quality is very clear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for it's specified uses

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This little gadget is fantastic, although a bit annoying when it actives and you didn't intend to active it. Other than that, the sound is good (except for streaming on from YouTube desktop as a speaker, as it tends to run slow and staticky), it's extremely useful when you just come into your room and are ready to sleep to tell it to turn off your smart lights. Highly recommended!

    I would recommend this to a friend