The new speaker works like other speakers in the Google lineup. It comes with Google Assistant so you can quickly and easily tell it to play whatever you want.
Google touted the extra volume offered by the new Nest Audio speaker. The company has custom-designed drivers and housed them in a case that helps extract all the sound possible. In fact, Google says it's 75% louder and 50% stronger bass than the original Google Home speaker.
The new speaker has an equalizer that automatically changes the sound depending on whether you're listening to music, podcasts, audiobooks, or even a Google Assistant response. There's also a feature called Ambient IQ that adjusts the volume of Assistant, News, Podcasts, and Audiobooks based on the background noise in your home.
Another interesting feature of the Google Nest Audio is that it is made from 70% recycled plastic. It's more durable than previous smart speakers from Google, which is always good for the planet. It's also upholstered in the same fabric used on the Nest Mini.
Nest Audio is meant to be the centerpiece of a whole-home audio system and it's priced at $99.99 which makes music in every room a reality for most people. The new speaker will be released in the US, Canada and India on the Google Store and other retailers on October 5.
From there, Google is expected to release it at retail stores like Target, Best Buy and more in 21 countries starting October 15.
The new speaker is available in Chalk, Charcoal, Sand, Sky and the new Sage. That means you should be able to nab one that looks great in your room, no matter the decor.
