Google Nest Audio - Chalk

The Nest Audio offers significantly improved sound quality, with 75% more loudness and 50% stronger bass than the original Google Home. It also features adaptive sound technology for better audio optimization and a redesigned, more aesthetic fabric-covered form factor.

Yes, you can. Simply open the Google Home app, go to your Nest Audio's settings, and enable Bluetooth pairing. You can then connect your phone or any other Bluetooth-enabled device to play audio directly to the speaker.

To create a stereo pair, you need two Nest Audio devices in the same room in the Google Home app. Open the Google Home app, select one of the speakers, tap the Settings icon, then 'Speaker pair' or 'Create speaker group' and follow the prompts to select the second speaker and assign left/right channels.

The Google Nest Audio does not have a built-in battery and requires a constant connection to a wall power outlet to function.

There is a physical microphone mute switch located on the back of the Nest Audio. Sliding this switch will visually indicate whether the microphone is on (no orange light) or muted (orange light).

Nest Audio works with thousands of smart home devices that support Google Assistant, including popular brands for lighting (e.g., Philips Hue), thermostats (e.g., Nest Thermostat), smart plugs, security cameras, and more. You can browse compatible devices within the Google Home app.

While Nest Audio can connect to some smart TVs or media players via Chromecast built-in (if supported by the TV/player), it does not have a direct audio input (like an AUX port) for connecting to TVs. For a seamless TV audio experience, dedicated soundbars or Google's Chromecast with Google TV might be more suitable.

First, check the microphone mute switch on the back of the device to ensure it's not turned off. The lights on the front will be orange if the mic is muted. If it's not muted, ensure your device is powered on and connected to Wi-Fi. Try saying "Hey Google, are you there?" to confirm it's awake. If issues persist, retrain your voice model in the Google Home app or restart the device by unplugging it for 10 seconds and plugging it back in.

Check the placement of your Nest Audio; avoid placing it in enclosed spaces or directly against walls, which can affect sound. Ensure your Wi-Fi connection is stable, as buffering can cause degradation. If playing music via Bluetooth, ensure your connected device is close to the speaker. You can also adjust the equalizer settings for bass and treble in the Google Home app under the device settings.

Ensure your Wi-Fi network is active and strong in the area where the speaker is located. Restart your Wi-Fi router and then your Nest Audio. Verify that you are entering the correct Wi-Fi password. If your router has both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, try connecting to the 2.4GHz band as it often has better range. If the problem persists, try setting up the device closer to your router temporarily.

Verify that your smart home devices are properly linked to your Google Home app and are online. Ensure the names of the devices you're using in your voice commands match what's set in the app (e.g., "living room light" vs. "main light"). Check if the smart home device's specific app (e.g., Philips Hue app) shows it as connected and functional. Sometimes unlinking and relinking the service in the Google Home app can resolve connection issues.