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Survey says Google could be making a huge mistake with its smart home product line
Google's planned discontinuation of the Nest Mini and Nest Audio has stirred considerable concern among users. A recent poll indicated that over 90% of respondents would miss these budget options, citing their reliability and functionality. The shift away from affordable smart home products in favor of higher-priced alternatives raises questions about Google's strategy in the competitive smart home market, particularly as existing users voice their hesitance to upgrade to newer models with no significant enhancements.
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Published 22 Jun 2026, 14:41 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- 91.4% of respondents will miss Nest Mini and Audio products.
- Focus on reliability and functionality outweighs affordability for users.
- Potential phasing out of budget speakers raises consumer concerns.
- Less than 2.1% of voters are interested in upgrading to new Home Speaker.
- Users have specific requests for improvements in new products.
Interesting facts
- The Nest Mini serves as a pivotal component of many users' smart home setups.
- The Chromecast series has already been dropped, signaling a trend of eliminating budget devices.
- Survey results highlight a disconnect between Google's vision and consumer needs.