While I and others who’ve invested in Google’s Nest Secure security system sit in disappointment that no new replacement for the dated and abandoned technology exists or is being hinted at, both companies are tight-lipped about their partnership. Having promised to pair with one of the oldest and most trusted brands of experts in the […]
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Enjoy Nest Hub’s Sleep Sensing feature for free all the way through 2023
The writing has been on the wall with Google announcing in November that along with some upgrades to the sleep tracking feature on the Nest Hub 2nd Gen, we could expect for Fitbit Premium to become a requirement in order to use it. Originally, Google offered Sleep Sensing as a free trial period through 2022 […]
Continue ReadingNest Audio update to continue Google’s smart home trend of replacing CastOS with Fuchsia
You may already be aware that Google’s Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max are now running on the company’s mysterious (or not so mysterious, depending on who you ask), new operating system. However, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. There were talks of an upcoming Chromecast Audio refresh or a new Nest smart home […]
Continue ReadingWasserstein releases awesome 2nd gen Nest Doorbell chime amplifier, wall mount, and plate
We often cover new Wasserstein accessories on Chrome Unboxed for several reasons. first and foremost, they’re an official “Made for Google” accessory partner. Second, their products are freaking excellent. Any functionality that you think of where the original Nest or Google hardware is lacking means you can oftentimes look to Wasserstein to have filled that […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Nest Wifi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E) now available for purchase in stores
Earlier this month, Google announced the Google Nest Wifi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E), its first 6E-enabled router that offers real tri-band Wi-Fi for homes and high-performance Wi-Fi for home gadgets, and the next generation of phones, laptops, and other devices with advanced technology. Presale orders opened up on October 4th, and finally, today, you can buy […]
Continue ReadingThe Google Home web app finally goes live next week so you can view your Nest cameras online
At long last, the PWA, or “Progressive Web Application” for Google Home is set to go live! Detailed last week during the Android app’s major visual refresh, Google states now on the Nest Community Blog that you’ll be able to access it with nothing but a web browser! I actually talked in the past about […]
Continue ReadingA new audio-focused Nest smart home device running Google Fuchsia could drop next year
The secret-ish, new operating system from Google that we’re entirely convinced is meant to eventually replace Android, ChromeOS, WearOS and really everything else the company offers from a software standpoint is quickly rolling out to smart home devices. Back in August, the Nest Hub Max was updated to Google Fuchsia and before that, first-generation Nest […]
Continue ReadingLess is sometimes more: I’m glad the new Nest Wifi Pro won’t have Google Assistant built-in
Earlier this week, we reported on the fact that Google announced the all-new Nest Wifi Pro at its 2022 hardware event. At that time, we covered its specifications like its Wifi 6E capability for faster speeds, longer reach, and more simultaneously connected devices. However, something I completely missed and am just now realizing is that […]
Continue ReadingHow to “powerwash” your original Google Wifi when a factory reset doesn’t work
Yesterday, I woke up to the apocalypse. I’m being dramatic, of course, but when your Wi-Fi goes out and your entire smart home is knocked off the grid, it certainly feels like this generation’s version of losing electricity (first-world problems). After noticing that my Nest Detect, smart lights, Google Nest Hub and minis, and practically […]
Continue ReadingThe new Google Pixel Tablet will double as your Nest Hub display, releases next year
Do you own a Google Nest Hub? If so, you may find that you’re hardly interacting with it unless your phone isn’t in your hand, and even though you’re lounging around the house, the glanceable information is just that – glanceable. During Google’s hardware event today, the company discussed how it wants to help you […]
Continue ReadingGoogle’s second-generation Nest Doorbell (Wired) is now available for purchase
It’s official, folks. Just a day before Google’s hardware event airs, the company has dropped a blog post and store listing for its new second-generation Nest Doorbell (Wired). While we showed it off a few weeks back, I want to take a little time today to cover all the bases and let you know what […]
Continue ReadingYour Nest speakers and Hubs can now detect your presence for automation
Nest presence sensing is getting an upgrade, and you’ll no longer need to rely solely on your thermostat, Nest Guard, Nest Protect, or Nest x Yale smart lock to let Google know if you’re at home. Traditionally, walking past your sensors built into these devices would cause the Home app to detect you and determine […]
Continue ReadingHere’s a look at the 2nd gen wired Nest Doorbell that will be revealed at Google’s hardware event
It’s no secret that Google has had plans to refresh its Nest Doorbell offerings, and with the upcoming Google hardware event, we’re expecting to see a second-generation wired Nest Doorbell device added to the lineup. Luckily, thanks to the Google Home app’s 2.58 update, and 9to5Google’s excellent APK Insights work via the JEB Decompiler, images […]
Continue ReadingGoogle’s upcoming device just leaked as the ‘Nest Wifi Pro’, looks to be a self-contained unit
Last month, we reported on an upcoming iteration to Google’s popular Nest Wifi hardware and stated that it would ship with one feature that missed the boat with the launch of the previous version of the device. That feature was Wi-Fi 6E, an improved Wi-Fi standard with increased range, strength, and more simultaneous device connectivity. […]
Continue ReadingGoogle is dumping another $150 million into its Nest product partnership with ADT
Continuing to heavily invest in its new partnership with established security company ADT, Google is adding to the $450 million it already put into the company in exchange for its 6.6% stake ownership a few years back. As reported on the ADT blog itself, Google is now committing another 150 million, bringing its total investment […]
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