How do I connect a smart speaker to my smartphone?

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bob2302 said:

I have a Google Nest Mini speaker and watched a video on YouTube that said the MyConnectHome app is suitable for setting up the speaker. However, when I open the app, it says, "Please onboard your router." 

Why not just follow the instructions that came with it. 

Indeed.

https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/7029485?sjid=2353664637916706472-EU

And any piece of software that directed me to "onboard" anything can get itself to █

PHK

Ncafeel said:

PHK said:

MyConnectHome is for managing your router and wouldn’t normally be involved in setting up a smart speaker. 

The general process for a smart speaker is:

Install the appropriate app (eg Alexa for an Amazon speaker)
Turn on Bluetooth and WiFi on the phone
Turn on speaker. 

Follow spoken instructions and in app instructions with the phone near the speaker. 

Thanks for your reply.
I have a Google Nest Mini speaker and watched a video on YouTube that said the MyConnectHome app is suitable for setting up the speaker. However, when I open the app, it says, "Please onboard your router." There’s no way to add the speaker without completing this step.
I was wondering if maybe not all routers are compatible with this app or if specific characteristics are needed.

You need the Google Home app as specified in the Nest instructions.