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Small smart speaker
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What it is
A compact speaker for a bedroom, kitchen, or office. It answers questions and plays music. The sound matches the size, which is to say it is fine and not a party.
Pros
- Small enough for a nightstand without a speaker cabinet.
- Timers, lists, and a quick song are the jobs it is actually good at.
- A bedroom does not need a larger smart speaker.
Cons
- There is a microphone in the room. If that bothers you, do not buy it.
- Music is thin compared with any real speaker.
Who it's for
A nightstand or a desk, if you want a voice assistant there.
Who should skip it
You wanted music quality, or you do not want a mic on.
How it compares
Wired earbuds with a USB-C plug
The wired earbuds are private and have no microphone sitting in the room. They also will not play a timer while you cook.
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