CONVERT YOUR HOME TO A SMART HOME FOR $35 - The Google Nest Mini is an impressive and massively improved smart home speaker. In this video, I test out this tiny speaker to give you the information you need to know before buying one. Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikeobrienn These are typically on sale for less than $50, so be sure to check it out here: https://store.google.com/us/product/google_nest_mini (not an affiliate link, just a regular link to Google Store) SOME ADDITIONAL REVIEW NOTES ABOUT THE NEST MINI: * Google Nest Mini is available in four colors (red, blue, chalk, black) * New DC power cable, not USB * 2nd Gen (Google Nest Mini) has one additional far field microphone (vs the old Gen 1 Google Home Mini) * Deeper bass and better audio balance with the nest mini (compared to the home mini) * Wall mount hole on the back of the smart speaker * Same size as the first generation Home Mini * Ultrasonic sensor under the speaker fabric lights up LEDs when a hand is close * Backlit volume buttons * Recycled water bottle cover on the nest mini * Sounds good on the wall (I think it is better on a wall or stand than on a table) * Can tap the middle of this (Google Home Mini had it originally but they removed it) * Should be quicker with your frequent requests with some locally saved info * MANY end user agreements to sign before use * Can allegedly tune itself based on environment (as the Google home max and apple homepod can) but I cannot confirm any noticable difference * No 3.5mm jack (but you can use Bluetooth of course as an input or output 2 FREE AUDIOBOOKS: https://amzn.to/2T72vA7 Protect yourself with NORD VPN (75% off): http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8972143-13609939 LOOKING TO START A YOUTUBE CHANNEL? Call me for advice and a full channel analysis (one on one consulting) https://clarity.fm/mikeobrienmedia WHAT GEAR DO I USE? My camera: https://amzn.to/2rxDZ09 My microphone: https://amzn.to/2Ias66q My audio recorder: https://amzn.to/2rE8amz My tripod: https://amzn.to/2IebL0V My video editor: https://amzn.to/2rAdN44 Please comment below with any questions you might have. Thank you all for watching! I appreciate you! Disclaimer: This video is purely based on my experiences, research, and opinions. You and only you are responsible for your actions. I made this channel to advise viewers and I truly hope to help you all out. I love making these videos and connecting with my viewers! This channel is monetized via YouTube ads as well as some affiliate links. If a purchase is made after clicking the link, I will receive a small commission at no extra charge to the buyer. Thank you all for watching!