Background and Identification

The Google Home Mini is a variant of the Google Home with the same overall functionality, but in a smaller, pebble-like form factor, and it is less expensive as it is targetted to people who want something which offers the same functionality that the Google Home offers. It is priced $80 less that the Google Home and available in "Chalk", "Charcoal", or "Coral" color options.

The Google Home Mini is integrated with numerous built inhouse and third party services such as Google Play, Spotify, Youtube, Google Photos and Google Calendar. It can communicate with Google ChromeCast, Google Nest Thermostat, and the Phillips Hue Smart Bulb system.

The main attraction for someone to buy the device is the built-in Google Assistant which enable two-way communication with users.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions:

  • Diameter: 3.85 in (98 mm)
  • Height: 1.65 in (42 mm)
  • Power cable: 4.9 ft (1.5 m)
  • Weight - with power adapter: 2.65 oz (75 g)

Additional Information

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Manufacturer's Website: Google Home

Wikipedia: Google Home