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Google Unveils Nest Audio: The $99 Smart Speaker with 75% Louder Sound and Smarter Features

Google made waves at its Launch Night In event today, revealing the new Chromecast, Pixel 5, and the impressive Nest Audio smart speaker. Designed to build on the legacy of the original Google Home, Nest Audio delivers enhanced audio performance and smart home integration for everyday users.

Google Nest Audio Key Features

The Nest Audio integrates seamlessly with Google's ecosystem, powered by Google Assistant for effortless voice control—play your favorite music, podcasts, or get quick answers with simple commands.

Engineered for superior sound, it features custom-designed drivers in an optimized enclosure, boasting 75% louder output and 50% stronger bass compared to the original Google Home. An intelligent equalizer adapts audio profiles automatically for music, podcasts, audiobooks, or Assistant responses.

Ambient IQ technology dynamically adjusts volume for Assistant replies, news, podcasts, and audiobooks based on surrounding noise levels, ensuring crystal-clear playback in any environment.

Built with sustainability in mind, Nest Audio uses 70% recycled plastic for durability and features the same premium fabric as the Nest Mini, making it both eco-friendly and stylish.

Nest Audio Availability and Pricing

Priced at an accessible $99.99, Nest Audio is positioned as the heart of a multi-room audio setup, bringing high-quality sound to every corner of your home.

It launches in the US, Canada, and India via the Google Store and select retailers on October 5, with wider availability in 21 countries at stores like Target and Best Buy starting October 15.

Available in Chalk, Charcoal, Sand, Sky, and the new Sage, it blends effortlessly into any decor.