Not to imply that the Nest Audio isn't competent at performing standard smart speaker functions, because it is, but the little extras found in the Amazon Echo 4th Generation just aren't present.

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On the exterior of both the 4th Gen Echo and 5th Gen Echo Dot, you can also find a mic-off button that will prevent any audio input from reaching Alexa. For more information about how Amazon ...