Google Home Mini was first announced in 2017 as a $49 smart speaker powered by Google Assistant. In our review at the time, we called it an “insta-buy” product, and it was indeed a hit.

Why a Mini PC is Better Than a Raspberry Pi While the Raspberry Pi has been a popular choice for Home Assistant setups, recent challenges have made it less practical for many users. Mini PCs, on ...

2. Home Assistant: This open-source home automation platform integrates seamlessly with Raspberry Pi, allowing local device management and task automation.