The new Nest Thermostat is more affordable than ever at just $130
The Nest Thermostat has always set the standard for what smart thermostats should emulate. The the new model in the lineup is no exception, but is now cheaper.
Walmart accidentally leaks upcoming Google Nest Audio smart speaker
People have speculated what Google might announce at its September 30th event, but now one item is for sure: An upcoming Nest Audio smart speaker.
Google Wifi vs. Nest Wifi
Having trouble deciding between Google's first-generation Wifi system and the second-generation Nest Wifi offering? We look at each to determine the best pick.
Google offers to replace Nest thermostats that have internet connection issues
Google has offered to replace the Nest thermostats that are unable to go online due to the w5 error, which is apparently caused by the devices' Wi-Fi chip.
The best high-tech gardening tools
Whether you're a novice or pro, these six high-tech gardening tools can help you up your game, from watering the garden for you to helping you garden indoors.
Google expands its seasonal savings program to all Nest Thermostat owners
The Seasonal Savings for All program makes minor adjustments to your temperature throughout the day to reduce energy costs by 3% to 5%.
New Nest Aware connects users to nearest 911 call center for emergencies
Nest Aware has a new, simplified pricing structure and improved features that make it more appealing and functional than ever before. The Nest Hub is now $90.
Best Buy Smart Home Sale: Up to 50% off Arlo, Google Nest, Netgear, and TP Link
Spring is a big DIY project season, so Best Buy kicked off a big sale on smart home and networking devices.
Nest makes two-factor authentication mandatory for its smart home devices
Google Nest is the latest smart home device to make it mandatory for people to set up two-factor authentication on their devices by using verification code.
Your Nest thermostat can now help to identify potential HVAC problems
Google Nest Thermostat has some new tricks in the works. Google Nest announced that it is testing a new feature that can help identify problems with your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. When it finds a problem, it will send you an email alert so you can find a fix.
Amazon cuts prices on Blink, Ring, Arlo, Nest, and Eufy 2-cam outdoor security
Home security cameras and video doorbells are the two most common smart home devices after initial smart speakers or smart displays. Amazon cut prices on outdoor security cameras from Blink, Ring, Nest, Arlo, and Eufy, five of the best-known brands.
Qualifying Google Fi customers can receive a Google Nest Mini for free
If you were a Google Fi customer as of December 9 of this year, you qualify to receive a Nest Home Mini for free. The smart speaker is one of the easiest ways to experience the benefits of a smart assistant and all the control it brings to a smart home.
Cyber Monday deal: Save up to 23% on Google Nest cameras and locks
This year's Cyber Monday smart home deals are offering huge savings this week. There have been great deals from Google, including savings on cams and smart locks. From today until December 4, you can get Nest Indoor and Outdoor Cams and Nest x Yale Locks at steep discounts. Here's what's up.
The best smart thermostat deals for Cyber Monday
Cyber Week is here. If you didn't find what you were looking for in a smart thermostat during Black Friday, the deals for Cyber Monday have substantial discounts that will make you smile and keep your home comfy all year long. We rounded up some of the best deals, on Nest, Ecobee, and more.
Nest Hello adds spooky chimes to greet trick-or-treaters this Halloween
Nest Hello users will get some fun Halloween sounds for their doorbell, starting Monday, October 21. You can change the tone of your doorbell to the sounds of a cackling witch, vampire, monster, or ghost to surprise guests, or to crank up the spooky mood on Halloween night for trick-or-treaters.
Google’s new Nest router doesn’t use Wi-Fi 6. Here’s why that’s shortsighted
Google defended its decision to launch its Nest Wifi, a home mesh networking access point with integrated smart speakers, without support for Wi-Fi 6, citing its decision to keep costs low. However, that's a huge missed opportunity, and we'll tell you why should wait for a mesh network with Wi-Fi 6.
Google Nest Mini hands-on review: New name, few changes
Google's new Nest Mini looks a lot like the older Google Home Mini speaker, and that's not the only similarity. Despite the new name, the Nest Mini is only a minor revision of its predecessor, and the focus is still on Google Assistant.
Google’s Nest Wifi mashes up a mesh router with a smart speaker
Google's new mesh router, the Nest Wifi, now includes comprehensive Google Assistant features. The new design matches the look of the Nest Mini, which is a serious departure from the Google Wifi mesh router it replaces. Google unveiled the device at its annual event on October 15.
Google brings out the new Nest Mini, an upgrade of the Google Home Mini, for $49
Google unveiled its newest smart speaker, the Nest Mini, at its Made by Google 2019 event. The new version of the Google Home Mini looks very similar to its predecessor, but it's got some impressive new features to go along with its new name, as well as an attractive price.
A hacker terrorized this family through their smart camera and thermostat
A family in Wisconsin came home to a modern-age nightmare: their smart home under the control of a hacker who thought it would be some kind of twisted fun to terrorize them. And they aren't the first. Multiple smart homes have been hacked, and Google says it's because users do not use enough security.
What you need to know about smart camera privacy
Smart home cameras still seem like the bee's knees right now compared to traditional security systems that just store footage on local media systems but networked or Wi Fi-enabled cameras have inherent security vulnerabilities that can present a significant risk to users. Here are the basics.
Nest is going to augment package delivery notifications ahead of the holidays
Google has been at the forefront of smart home technology for some time but it looks like the company's Nest division is getting ahead of the competition before the holidays with a new feature for the Nest Hello smart doorbell-slash-camera that can detect package delivery.
Your Nest products will still work with Wink, but at the cost of new features
In previous months, Google had said Nest and Wink integrations would no longer work beyond August 31. They've since amended this declaration and will allow integrations to remain, but customers can't access new features like single-account control. Users will receive security updates, however.
The next Google Home Mini could have a wall mount and support for hand gestures
Google will reportedly release an upgrade for the Home Mini this fall called the Nest Mini. The new smart speaker will have a wall mount, better sound, and support for hand gestures, all for a similar price as the older Home Mini.
Amazon drops deals on Nest, Honeywell, and Emerson smart thermostats for summer
A thermostat monitors temperature changes in your room and works to keep it on your desired level. If you’re looking for the right one, Amazon is currently dropping the price of smart thermostats by up to 33% so this may be the chance you've been waiting for. Check it out here as we listed them for you.
Are people losing interest in smart home technology?
Recent analysis of sales trends suggest that the smart home boom may be over and that consumers are beginning to lose interest in the market, but more factors are at play than just simple sales rank. The reasons people buy, and the number of products available to them, have a huge impact on the market.
Digital Trends Live: Alexa monitors for heart attacks, robot fish, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest trending tech stories of the day, including Alexa’s new skill of monitoring for cardiac arrest, Nintendo Switch Mini speculation and a possible leak, a Nest Home security flaw, robot fish powered by battery blood (!), and more.
Walmart Deal: Nest Learning Thermostat and Google Home Mini bundle discount
Smart thermostats help weather the heat in an energy-efficient way, and smart speakers are just plain fun. Kickstart your summer by bundling both together at a bargain. Now at Walmart, you can score the Nest Learning Thermostat and Google Home Mini together for just $249, saving you up to 10%.
FCC filing reveals mysterious new Google device, but no one knows what it’s for
There's a new Google media device that has appeared in information on the FCC's website, but so far no one is quite sure what the device is or what it will do. The device is listed as A4RH2B and is presumed to be a Google Home device because of its similarity to previous model numbers.
Google is ending its Works with Nest system. Here’s what that means for you
Google is ending its Works with Nest program. This means that in a few short months, many smart devices will no longer work with Nest. Google is making this change as part of a broad rebranding strategy for its smart home products and a focus on privacy. Here's everything you need to know about the changes.
Control4 assures customers that its products will still work with Nest
Google is ending the "Works with Nest" program that allows third-party companies to build products that integrate with the Nest ecosystem. Smart home product maker Control4 is promising that its products will continue to work with Nest and Google devices through the "Works with Google Assistant" program.
Google’s Nest Hub Max smart display hopes to to take on the Echo Show
Google introduced its Amazon Echo Show competitor during Google I/O 2019. The company revealed the Google Nest Hub Max, a smart display that is powered by the Google Assistant. The device with a 10-inch screen with a built-in video camera and facial recognition will retail for $229.
Google goes all-in on Nest with a total rebrand of its smart home devices
Google and Nest have been together since 2014, but now they're really together as Google Nest. Products like Google Home Hub are being rebranding as the Google Nest Hub. Other changes to Nest accounts and privacy and security measures are also underway, but that could spell trouble for IFTTT users.
Walmart cuts prices on Nest Indoor Cams by up to $100 in time for Mother’s Day
Nest's indoor camera lineup is pretty sweet, and its cameras rank near the top of the more than 50 cameras we've tested so far. Just in time for Mother's Day, Walmart through May 12 has slashed the prices of both the original Nest Cam Indoor and the newer Nest Cam IQ indoor by as much as $100.