Google Accidentally Reveals Upcoming Nest Cams and Doorbell
▼ Summary
– Google accidentally leaked three upcoming Nest products in its own Home app, including new wired versions of the Nest Cam Indoor, Nest Cam Outdoor, and Nest Doorbell.
– The leak was discovered by Android Authority in the latest version of the Google Home app, though availability may vary by region or have been fixed.
– The new products appear physically similar to previous models but are expected to feature upgrades like 2K video resolution and new color options.
– These devices are anticipated to run the new Gemini for Home AI assistant instead of the older Google Assistant.
– A rumored Gemini smart speaker was not included in this leak but may be unveiled alongside the other products at Google’s October 1st hardware event.
Google appears to have inadvertently revealed three new Nest smart home products through its own app, offering an early glimpse at what’s likely coming next month. The Google Home app briefly displayed setup options for wired versions of the Nest Cam Indoor (3rd gen), Nest Cam Outdoor (2nd gen), and Nest Doorbell (3rd gen) before the company presumably removed them.
Android Authority first noticed the unannounced devices within a recent version of the app. While some users may not see the listings, possibly due to regional variations or a swift correction by Google, the discovery confirms the existence of these upcoming models. Images obtained by the outlet show designs largely consistent with earlier generations, though earlier reports suggest meaningful internal upgrades.
All three products are rumored to feature enhanced 2K video resolution and may launch in new color options, including a “berry” red finish for the indoor camera. More significantly, these devices are anticipated to integrate Gemini for Home, Google’s next-generation AI assistant, replacing the older Google Assistant platform.
Notably absent from this accidental reveal was the much-discussed Gemini smart speaker, which made a brief appearance during Google’s recent keynote. Industry watchers expect the speaker to debut alongside the new cameras and doorbell when the company officially unveils its fall hardware lineup on October 1st.
(Source: The Verge)
