- More leaks of Google’s new smart home devices have surfaced, including for the next Nest Doorbell
- A a Redditor shared images revealing a list of new features that Google could announce on October 1
- Based on this, Google Gemini could finally be coming to Google smart home hardware, but it will require a subscription
Google is preparing to unveil its new line of Gemini-integrated Nest smart home devices, and following the unexpected appearance of its upcoming Nest Cams and Nest Doorbell at Home Depot, more details of the new video doorbell have surfaced.
Similarly to the initial leak, a user shared a Reddit post (see below) with up-close images of the new video doorbell in its packaging, which reveals a list of device specifications. It also shows the name of the new model is Google Nest Doorbell 2K, which we assume is related to its upgraded video quality.
New 2k Doorbell from r/Nest
A few days ago, Google teased an upcoming hardware event tipped for October 1, hinting that smart home hardware with Gemini will be the main focus. In addition to the new Nest Doorbell, new Nest Cams were also spotted at stores and are likely to be announced on October 1, as well as a new Nest smart speaker which has been five years in the making.
As well as an array of new upgrades that I’ll dive into below, there are a lot of functions that Google is carrying over from its current doorbell model including two-way audio, night vision, and weather resistance.
We still have a few weeks to go until Google unveils its long-awaited revamp of smart home devices, but what do we know about the new Nest Doorbell 2K so far?
Gemini integrations, and more
As mentioned above, the new Google Nest Doorbell will likely come with upgraded video quality. In the doorbell’s list of specs, it states that its video quality will record “up to 2K (2048 x 2048) HDR“, which is a significant upgrade from the current Nest Doorbell’s 960 x 1280.
According to the features listed on the box, the Nest Doorbell 2K comes with a 166 degree diagonal field of view – up from the current 145 degree diagonal view. But despite these improvements, it’s the new integrations with Google Gemini that everyone will be keeping an eye out for on October 1.
Just as Google teased new hardware in its initial announcement, the company also revealed that Gemini would be coming to Google Home, and while this has been a long time coming it appears it comes with a slight catch.
In the leaked images on Reddit, the specifications fine print reads “subscription (sold separately) required for certain features, including Gemini and some AI experiences”, so that’s worth considering before you get too excited for new Google Home hardware.
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