Google's Nest Audio sounds way better than the Nest Mini

It's been three years since Google released a smart speaker with music quality in mind. The Google Home Max was the polar opposite of the Home Mini, a large and powerful speaker that could fill a room with great-sounding audio. But unsurprisingly, cheap and tiny smart speakers like the Home Mini and Amazon's Echo Dot have had an easier time gaining traction than more expensive options like Apple's HomePod and the Home Max. Google is trying to split the difference with the Nest Audio, a compact smart speaker that the company says will offer a robust music experience without breaking the bank. I've been testing the Nest Audio for a few days, and while it doesn't sound as good as bigger and more advanced music-focused speakers, I can say it's a major upgrade over something like the Nest Mini or Echo Dot.