Google has discontinued the Nest Mini and Nest Audio while launching its first new smart speaker in six years, which ships June 25 at $100. The move reflects a shift toward Gemini integration and leaves the product lineup without a direct low-cost option.
The new speaker is smaller than the Nest Audio after the company heard feedback that the taller design was difficult to place around the home.
It instead positions the device as a massive audio upgrade over the Nest Mini.
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