Google Nest Mini (Coral) (2024)

Researched by Crutchfield's Mark G.

Features

Google Nest Mini: Google Nest Mini is a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Ask it questions or tell it to do things. It's your own personal Google assistance that is always ready to help. Thanks to Google's rich history in search, Google Home is ready for your questions. Get real-time answers including the latest on weather, traffic, finance, sports, local businesses and more.

• Far-Field Voice Recognition: A simple voice request triggers Google Nest Mini to play music, podcasts, radio and more. 3 Far-field microphones and industry-leading natural language processing ensure Google Nest Mini hears you reliably. You can mute the microphone for privacy.
• 360° Omni-Directional Sound: An integrated 1.6" driver powered by a built-in amplifier delivers 360° omni-directional and 2x stronger bass than the original Google Home Mini.
• Touch & Remote Control: The top touch surface gives you Play/Pause and Volume Up/Down control. There is also a Mic switch on the side to turn the microphones On or Off. You can also use your Android or Apple iOS device as a remote to operate Playback and Volume from the Google Home app.

Note: Up to six people can connect their Google account to one Google Nest Mini. So when you ask the Google Assistant for help, it can distinguish your voice from your spouse or kids, and you'll be able to hear your own personal playlists, your own commute time, your own schedule and more.

Wireless Network Connection: The Google Nest Mini is equipped with built-in WiFi for a wireless connection to your home's wireless router and network. It uses dual band (2.4GHz/5Ghz) WiFi (802.11b/g/n/ac) for high-performance streaming. WPA2-Enterprise is not supported and there is no hardwired Ethernet network connection.

• Google Home App: Use the Google Home App (for Apple iOS 12.0+ and Android OS 6.0+) to connect the Google Nest Mini to your home's wireless WiFi network from your Apple iOS or Android device. You also get to configure compatible apps within the Google Home App, plus adjust various settings.
• Guest Mode: Guest mode makes it easier for your friends to cast their favorite media to your Google Nest Mini from an Android or Apple iOS device without connecting to your WiFi network. As the host, you can keep your password private. Guests can cast from their Android or Apple iOS device as long as they are in the same room as the Google Nest Mini.

Home Entertainment: Stream audio from 100+ Chromecast-enabled apps (including music, radio, podcasts, news, weather & sports). You can also playback music libraries stored on your computer using the Chrome web browser or your Android OS device. You can even setup up a multiroom audio system with multiple Chromecast enabled devices. In addition, your voice can be used to control any Chromecast enabled speaker, receiver, or TV on your network.

• Music, Radio, & Podcasts: Play music from popular music services by artist, song, genre, album playlist, mood, or activity. You can also listen to your favorite internet radio station. Compatible music and internet radio apps include Apple Music, Tidal, Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, GooglePlay Music, YouTube Music, iHeart Radio, and more (subscriptions and fees will apply).You can also listen to your favorite podcasts and shows from anywhere in your home, using only your voice. Currently, you can't request podcasts from partner podcast players, like Spotify, Google Play Music, and TuneIn. By playing music froma Chrome browser tab, you can even mirror what's playing on your computer screen onto the Google Nest Mini.In addition, you can stream your favorite music, playlists, podcasts, and more that are stored on your Android (OS 5.0+) device to the Google Nest Mini (This is also known as "mirroring"). You cannot stream stored content on an Apple iOS device.
• Multiroom Audio: Multiple Google Nest devices can be grouped together to enjoy the same song in every room. Group any combination of Google Nest, Chromecast Audio or Speaker with Chromecast built-in together for synchronous music throughout your home. Your favorite music and audio from Chromecast-enabled apps are instantly available to stream. Multi-room sync with video devices isn't currently supported.
• AV Component Control: Using only your voice, you can initiate and control audio to any powered speaker, receiver, or TV with Chromecast, Chromecast Audio, or Chromecast built-in. You'll have access to Play, Pause, Skip, & Volume control of each compatible speaker. You can even use the Google Nest Mini to control select online entertainment content on your TV with Chromecast or Chromecast built-in.
• News, Weather & Sports: Get the latest news and weather from sources you trust. With the Google Nest Mini, you can listen to top headlines, get the latest on a certain category of news (like world, weather, business, tech, etc.), or ask about a specific news item. With the Google Nest Mini, you can even stay up-to-date on your favorite sports, teams, and games using your voice.

Note:Paid subscriptions and fees will apply for many online music and video services.

Hands-Free Calling: Google Nest Mini supports hands-free calling, so you can call friends, family, and businesses using just your voice. Call your own personal contacts or millions of businesses thanks to Google's extensive business listings. You can also call a number by speaking it aloud. Google does not record any of the phone conversation. Answering incoming calls and calls to emergencyservices are not supported.

Smart Home Automation: Google Nest Mini lets you control devices around your home from compatible smart home automation partners. The Google Nest Mini and Google Assistant can even do multiple things with a single phrase.For example, "Hey Google, good morning" can turn on the lights, turn up the heat and tell you about the weather and yourcommute.

• IFTTT: You can create your own voice commands for Google Nest Mini or the Google Assistant on your Android device, Apple iPhone, or computer using IFTTT (If This, Then That).
• Light Control: With Philips Hueor lights connected toSamsung SmartThings on Google Nest Mini, you can use your voice to control the lights around your house without touching a switch. Philips Hue Scenes are not supported.
• Smart Plugs & Switch Control: You can use your voice to control Belkin Wemo plugs or switchesand plugs or switchesconnected toSmartThings on Google Nest Mini.
• Thermostat Control: Now you can use your voice with the Google Assistant and Google Nest Mini to control the temperature in your home, switch between heating and cooling modes, and more. Compatible thermostats include the Nest Thermostat, the Honeywell thermostat, or select thermostats connected to Samsung SmartThings.

Note: Click here for a a full list of compatible Smart Home apps and partners.

Manage Tasks & Plan Your Day: Start your day the right way with Google Nest Mini. Wake up and hear the information you need without going online or opening your calendar. Also, set alarms, timers, and reminders for things you need to do on a regular basis.

• Calendar & Event Information: Use Google Nest Mini and Google Calendar to get information about an event or get your schedule for the day from Google Calendar - using only your voice. Currently, you will only hear events from themain calendarassociated with the Google Account used to set up Google Nest Mini. You can't add events to your Google Calendar using your voice.
• Commute & Flight Information: With Google Nest Mini, you can always get to work on time by hearing information about your commute, traffic conditions, and your estimated time of arrival. You can also call a car to come pick you up with Uber. You can even use Google Nest Mini and Gmail to get status updates on your upcoming flights.
• Weather Forecast Information: With Google Nest Mini, you can listen to the current weather and upcoming forecast for your location using only your voice.
• Local Business & Shopping Info: With Google Assistant, you can search for local places and ask for important information, like hours of operation or addresses. Order everyday essentials & add items to your shopping listwith your Google Assistant on the Google Nest Mini.
• Alarms & Timers: You can set and manage alarms with just your voice. Set, check, cancel, stop, and snooze multiple recurring alarms. You can also seet and manage timers for cooking, game time, laundry and to track other activities using the timer on Google Nest Mini. It's great for the kitchen, but can be used in the living room, bedroom, and more.

Notes: Click here for a full list of compatible Tasks & Shopping apps and partners.

Get Answers: Google Nest Mini can help you find answers for many of your daily questions - including calculator, translations, unitconversions, nutrition, dictionary, and more.

• Calculator: Perform complicated calculations
• Dictionary: Get definitions of spellings for words.
• Facts & Info: Get answers to everyday questions.
• Finance: Ask about current individual stock prices or current points of an index, like the NASDAQ.
• Nutrition: Get nutrition information for ingredients or food.
• Translations: Get translations for words or phrases in supported languages.

Fun & Games: Lighten up your day or test your trivia smarts with jokes, trivia, games, and other fun on Google Nest Mini. Click here for a full list of compatible Fun & Game apps and partners.

Built-In Bluetooth:The Google Nest Mini offers built-in Bluetooth and acts as a receiver or transmitter. Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support provides audio streaming from your Bluetooth source device to the Google Nest Mini, or from the Google Nest Mini to a Bluetooth-enabled speaker or headphone.

Mounting Options: The Google Nest Mini can simply be placed on a tabletop, shelf, stand, countertop, or other flat surface. It can also be wall-mounted using its integrated keyhole slot (mounting screw not provided). Make sure not to obstruct the built-in microphones and speaker.

AC Power Adapter: The Google Nest Mini voice-activated speaker comes with an external AC power adapter which needs to be plugged into an AC wall outlet or surge protector (sold separately - see Accessories Tab).