SECOND-GEN SPEAKER

The latest upgrade to Google’s collection of voice-controlled speakers has a discreet clothcovered lozenge in either Chalk or Charcoal, with a casing made from 70% recycled plastic. It can be used to stream music, either through voice commands or from an app, acts as a font of knowledge, secretary, weather person, newsreader or home control hub, being able to control compatible smart home products, such as your heating and lighting. Google Nest Audio, £89, google.com