It delivers clear vocals, balanced bass and loud sound, and also allows users to control compatible devices such as smart lights and other electrical appliances.
Amazon led the segment both in value and volume market shares (80 per cent market share) while Google managed 11 per cent market share by volume in 2020.
Existing users will still see support for the foreseeable future, and there are no plans to end support for this or the original Google Home, reports Engadget.
Voice as a service is the next big thing -- from virtual assistants on your smartphone and laptop to the smart speaker in your living room -- and now the next device that joins the club is a smart plug.