HANDS-FREE Google Home Mini is powered by the Google Assistant, so you can ask it questions and tell it to do things. Just start with "Ok Google" to get answers from Google, tackle your day, enjoy your entertainment and control your smart home. And when you ask for help, it can distinguish your voice from others for a more personalized experience. A single Google Home Mini works on its own or you can have a few around the house. * Google Home connects seamlessly with smart devices like the Nest Learning Thermostat, Honeywell thermostats (except Lyric), Philips Hue and August, so you can use your voice to set the perfect temperature, turn down the lights or unlock your door. ….so basically Google’s version of Alexa