Last year, the Nest website began redirecting users to Google's official store in order to buy new devices. Now, Nest.com will automatically take you to a Nest category landing page on the Google Store. Ever since its team became a part of Google again, they've had a roadmap for dissolving the … [Read more...] about The Nest website now redirects you to the Google Store
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The Google Store makes more refurbished products available, but there’s a catch
The Google Store began selling refurbished Nest products in the US a while back, but now, they're expanding those offerings to provide hardware to consumers at affordable prices. Joining the Nest Protect (wired and battery), and the Nest Cam Indoor, you'll now find the Nest Hello video doorbell, the … [Read more...] about The Google Store makes more refurbished products available, but there’s a catch
The Nest Thermostat E finds a new home with Goodman Pro installer partnership
After being removed from the Google Store back in October, and being replaced by the new Nest thermostat which could intelligently predict heating and cooling issues in the home, Google's Nest Thermostat E is now finding a new home with Goodman Air Conditioning & Heating. While you can still … [Read more...] about The Nest Thermostat E finds a new home with Goodman Pro installer partnership
Deal Alert: Get the Nest Learning Thermostat E for $144 for a limited time
Normally $190 USD, the Nest Learning Thermostat E is going for 25% off at Home Depot right now and will cost you only $144 - the best deal this device has seen since November! Just a heads up though, this deal will only last for the next 14 hours, and it's is not Google's brand spanking new … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Get the Nest Learning Thermostat E for $144 for a limited time
Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook 2 shows up at Best Buy
Samsung threw us a bit of a curveball last month with the release of the oddly branded Galaxy Chromebook2. The "2" label denotes a sequel or a second generation. For a PC, that generally means an upgrade but the new Galaxy Chromebook takes a step back in certain areas. That said, we believe that … [Read more...] about Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook 2 shows up at Best Buy
Family Sticky Notes, Sunrise Alarms, and the Weather Frog all leap on to Nest Hubs
As a part of a large server-side update, Google is bringing several new features to Nest Hubs and third-party smart displays. While some of these have been available to several users, they have yet to be rolled out to everyone. You should begin to see them shortly, so keep an eye out. These changes … [Read more...] about Family Sticky Notes, Sunrise Alarms, and the Weather Frog all leap on to Nest Hubs
Some Nest Aware subscribers haven’t been charged for months, but that’s catching up to them
First-generation Nest Aware subscribers may have noticed that they weren't charged this month. In fact, they will likely notice that their billing statement doesn't reflect a Nest charge since November of 2020! That's because the company had an internal error that accidentally let users off of the … [Read more...] about Some Nest Aware subscribers haven’t been charged for months, but that’s catching up to them
[U: Available] Google and Samsung join forces to improve SmartThings and Nest integration
Updates January 14, 2021: Nest now appears in the list of brands while setting up a new device in your Samsung SmartThings app. Awesome! Want to control your Nest cameras, thermostats, doorbells, and more via the Samsung SmartThings app? Samsung and Google have joined forces and beginning in … [Read more...] about [U: Available] Google and Samsung join forces to improve SmartThings and Nest integration
Nest Hubs and Assistant-enabled speakers are receiving a Guest Mode
We've heard rumors of a Guest Mode on Nest Hub and assistant speakers for some time now, but it had yet to materialize. Today, Google announced that it was, in fact, a real thing and it's already becoming available. Guest Mode allows other people in your home - be they family members or just friends … [Read more...] about Nest Hubs and Assistant-enabled speakers are receiving a Guest Mode
The casting tone for your Nest devices is being updated to sound more pleasant
Your Nest Hubs, speakers, and more are now receiving an updated 'casting tone'. When you choose a device to cast to, you generally hear the following sound. It's Google's way of giving you an audible confirmation that you've successfully linked your device to the speaker or display. The old tone … [Read more...] about The casting tone for your Nest devices is being updated to sound more pleasant
The Nest Cam IQ Outdoor has been discontinued as a new lineup of security cameras is being planned
The Nest Cam IQ Outdoor has been in and out of stock around the world for a little while now and it wasn't until today that Google gave word to several outlets that they have no intention of restocking it - it's officially been discontinued. The Nest Cam IQ Outdoor is their, well, outdoor camera … [Read more...] about The Nest Cam IQ Outdoor has been discontinued as a new lineup of security cameras is being planned
The next Nest Hub could have gesture controls, according to a new mystery device’s FCC filing
A new FCC filing for a Google-made device has just appeared to kick off our excitement for what the company may be planning for 2021. The device in question could possibly be a new Nest Hub with Google's Project Soli chip integrated. Project Soli started out in the Pixel 4 phone and was used to … [Read more...] about The next Nest Hub could have gesture controls, according to a new mystery device’s FCC filing
