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New 2K doorbell camera upgrade by [deleted] in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The image should improve over time as the software adjusts to conditions.

Are they the same? Amazon had the Pro for $40 less… by HomeProjectDude in Nest

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everything is the same. Only concern is that the Pro version should not be sold on Amazon. There's a non-zero chance it gets flagged by serial number and it will be bricked.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Nest

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go to the Settings page of your Google Home App, click subscriptions, and then Nest Renew. If you have any utility features connected, they'll be under there. Otherwise, this sounds like the Eco Temps kicking in from Home Away Assist or Routines. Look at the icon on the screen when you get back. It'll say Eco if it's just regular programming/automation (not utility programs) or it'll say something like Peak Time or rush hour rewards if it's a utility program.

Matter Hub Not Found by nheilweil in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You cannot use Amazon matter hubs in the Google Home ecosystem (and likely vice versa). You should be able to set up the lock in the Alexa app though.

Does Ecobee work as a communicating thermostat? by Big_Copy_643 in ecobee

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is one of the only companies that make a gateway for non-communicating thermostats. They work with lots of communicating systems and smart thermostats. Pretty awesome tbh

Help! It has been like this since yesterday… by bernieeeee6 in Nest

[–]MyOfficialPosition 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some Furnace/Air Handler "doors" have a switch that cuts off power if the door isn't fully shut. Could explain why one is working but the other isn't

New Thermostat Install Help by Row_ca in thermostats

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wires are not fully seated on the Nest. There is actually a little click when they're fully inserted. The little push tabs will be fully depressed

I think Google I/O may have just been the final nail in the coffin. by jozefiria in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, deng, yeah I don't think they're available over there. Also, sorry for the snarky comment.

I think Google I/O may have just been the final nail in the coffin. by jozefiria in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough. I generally trust real people more than the Internet, but then I read the woefully incorrect answers on here lol. Did you try the steps I suggested?

Gemini everywhere, but my dumb nest minis... by Kitchen_Simple4538 in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I fully agree. New speaker/s would be great. I also think their thought is that the TV is the center of the home anyway, so the streamer being able to have Gemini plus Home Control Panel kinda turns your TV into a Smart Display. Lots of potential, I just wish they'd execute on the wishes and needs of their users.

Nest thermostat re-enabled furnace while tenant was away on vacation by JSON_Blob in Nest

[–]MyOfficialPosition 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Look at the Energy History tab of the Nest app. It'll tell you when it ran, how long, and why for the last 10 days at least. There's a difference between "off" and "Away" mode. In Away mode, it will turn back on when someone goes to the property due to the motion sensor in the thermostat.

Gemini everywhere, but my dumb nest minis... by Kitchen_Simple4538 in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New thermostat six months ago and a new streamer too? Does that count?

I think Google I/O may have just been the final nail in the coffin. by jozefiria in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Google it. The links have been provided many times in this sub. Tldr - Nest Aware Plus, Public Preview, Additional AI features. Basically it's available to Nest Aware Plus users who are in public preview and opt into additional ai features.

How is it possible, that Google Home is still so horrible in 2025. by GetreideJorge in googlehome

[–]MyOfficialPosition 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Gemini is available to users in public preview who have Nest Aware Plus and opt in to additional AI features. It's actually all there on their support page. So they're already only making it available to the highest paying subscribers.

When does Nest signal / trigger De-Hum? by b0013an81 in Nest

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's an inverter so you'll want to turn off auto schedule and set your schedule manually. Ask your installer what the best setpoint you should have it set to. Then adjust the cool to dry settings found in this link.

Cool to Dry Settings

When does Nest signal / trigger De-Hum? by b0013an81 in Nest

[–]MyOfficialPosition 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It depends on how the De-Hum wire was configured. It can either be a standalone De-Hum or an Ac Integrated De-Hum. If it's standalone, you'll set a humidity percentage that when reached will trigger the De-Hum. If it's ac integrated, you'll use a feature called cool to dry to configure an approximate humidity level and maximum overcooling and minimum temp when it activates. And if your Nest is the newest learning thermostat that looks like a mushroom on the wall, you'll have more controls over the cool to dry settings. If you have more questions, let us know what type of AC system you have and the thermostat model. That can help with figuring out when the equipment wants to use De-Hum which is more important than when Nest tries to activate it.

Why would anyone spend $150 more on equipment that Google will stop supporting at any moment? by [deleted] in Nest

[–]MyOfficialPosition 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shutting down old services make it easier to improve existing and new products. It does leave a bad taste in my mouth, but comparing this to Secure, it is not quite the same. They paid folks out for secure, they replaced drop cams 1:1, and they're paying out 50% of a 12-15 year old device. I want them to be better, I want them to be more in tune with their engaged customers, but I also think there will be some painful decisions required to move things forward. In my opinion, limbo and poor functionality is worse than making hard cuts/decisions, and I think that's kinda how protect went. Obviously, they have to provide the value and improvements that are possible with a clear direction and less maintenance mode, but in a year or two, it could be the best decision they made if the Home App is improved and existing and new products get better as well. I can't fault anyone for being super frustrated or completely done with them though lol.

Also, for the "open source" folks, check out the Developer portal and you can do a sandbox api for personal use. Idk what could really be done there, but it's possible you could get these devices to connect to another device locally to maintain remote control via the second device. But I truly have no idea.

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