It's been nearly a decade since Google last graced us with an update to its flagship smart thermostat, but the wait is finally over! The fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat is now available for order! This revamped smart thermostat brings a sleek, modern design and a host of new features to … [Read more...] about Google’s new $280 4th-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat is now available
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If Gemini Live comes to smart speakers, I’ll actually use them again
Lately, it feels like the smarter AI chatbots have become, the more useless my smart speakers and smart displays are. I think it's been a double-edged sword that has caused such a sharp decline in usefulness, but it has most definitely been felt. On one hand, you simply have a resource gap. … [Read more...] about If Gemini Live comes to smart speakers, I’ll actually use them again
Google Nest Learning Thermostat leaks with new UI and modern design
Google appears ready to unveil a significant upgrade to its thermostat lineup with the fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat. Recent leaks on X by @MysteryLupin have shed light on some exciting new UI features and design elements that might make this thermostat the one to buy - if you're … [Read more...] about Google Nest Learning Thermostat leaks with new UI and modern design
Now’s the time to level up your home security with Nest Cams
If you've been eyeing Google Nest cameras to level up your home surveillance, now's the perfect time to take the plunge. Nest cameras are currently discounted at Best Buy, with prices that haven't been this sweet since Black Friday. With wired and wireless options, these cameras are here to help you … [Read more...] about Now’s the time to level up your home security with Nest Cams
Google is finally rolling out a full-featured Nest Cam experience on the web
I've got exciting news for all you Nest Cam users out there! Google has announced in a Nest Community blog post that in the next few days you'll be able to view recorded clips and navigate your footage directly on the home.google.com web portal. This brings us even closer to fully ditching the Nest … [Read more...] about Google is finally rolling out a full-featured Nest Cam experience on the web
Kickstart 2024 with lightning-fast internet: Google’s Nest WiFi Pro hits record-low price
Welcome to 2024, where slow internet speeds are a thing of the past. With plenty of 6e routers on the market, it's time to say goodbye to those frustrating buffering icons and ring in the new year with high-speed connectivity in your home. Best Buy is now offering the single-node Google Nest WiFi … [Read more...] about Kickstart 2024 with lightning-fast internet: Google’s Nest WiFi Pro hits record-low price
Google wastes no time restoring speaker group features for Nest devices after Sonos lawsuit verdict
After a rather tangled affair in court due to Sonos' patent infringement allegations, which led to Google forcing your Nest speakers, displays, or Chromecasts to pair only to one speaker group at a time, I have some good news for you. Google just won in litigation, and is immediately rolling out … [Read more...] about Google wastes no time restoring speaker group features for Nest devices after Sonos lawsuit verdict
Google may soon offer an all-in-one subscription bundle with Nest Aware, Google One storage, more
Google may be gearing up to announce an all-inclusive Nest subscription bundle that includes Nest Aware, a 2 terabyte Google One plan for your photos, email, and files, and more. By subscribing, you're expected to save money compared to purchasing these services individually, according to … [Read more...] about Google may soon offer an all-in-one subscription bundle with Nest Aware, Google One storage, more
Say goodbye to whole home audio: Nest devices can now only be in one speaker group at a time
Remember the Sonos lawsuit from last year where the company blamed Google for essentially stealing its speaker tech to make Google Home and Nest devices? Well, it seems that the ramifications of that may still unfolding. While there's no direct evidence this is the cause of what I'm bout to tell … [Read more...] about Say goodbye to whole home audio: Nest devices can now only be in one speaker group at a time
[U] Zoom drops support for Nest Hub Max, Meet no longer lets you join via codes and links
Update September 18, 2023 at 2:55 PM - Google has reached out with a correction to Meet being removed from Nest Hub Max clarifying with the following statement: There is no change to making 1:1 and group video calls to friends, family and businesses with Google Meet. What’s changing at the end … [Read more...] about [U] Zoom drops support for Nest Hub Max, Meet no longer lets you join via codes and links
Your Nest Aware subscription just got more expensive – here’s what you need to know
Nest Aware, Google's subscription service for your cameras, doorbells, smart displays, and more, is getting a price hike soon. The service gives you 30 days of video history, intelligent alerts for familiar faces, and even notifications for things like smoke or carbon monoxide alarms. However, … [Read more...] about Your Nest Aware subscription just got more expensive – here’s what you need to know
New Nest Wi-Fi is clearly on the way: it’s just not clear why
Last fall, Google launched the Nest Wifi Pro router as an update to their aging Nest Wi-Fi series, integrating the more-advanced Wi-Fi 6E as the main, highlighted upgrade. Interestingly, in a departure from the prior iteration of the Nest Wi-Fi routers, this new Pro version did away with the idea of … [Read more...] about New Nest Wi-Fi is clearly on the way: it’s just not clear why
