Google Rebrands Nest Aware to Google Home Premium, Integrates Gemini AI
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Google just discontinued Nest Aware, here's what replaces it
Alongside unveiling the new Google Home app with Gemini built-in, Google also introduced several new smart home devices, including updated Nest Cams, a Nest Doorbell, and a new Google Home speaker. But that wasn't all. In addition to the new app and smart devices, Google also overhauled its Nest
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Google Nest cameras will get these Gemini upgrades, but only if you pay [Gallery]
Google Home's Gemini revamp is here and, for Nest Cam owners, it means getting better notifications, the ability to search through footage, and more. Here's what to expect. Gemini is coming to the entire Google Home app, but it also plays a huge role in Nest cameras in particular. Google is
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Google Home Premium is here to replace Nest Aware - here's how much it costs and who gets it
Google Home is getting a big revamp today, with new devices and new Gemini AI integrations, and Google is also taking the opportunity to refresh its smart home subscription offering - which is now called Google Home Premium, not Nest Aware. Yours for $10 a month or $100 a year (the Standard tier),
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Google Home Premium replaces Nest Aware, now included with Google AI Pro
With the launch of Gemini on Home, Nest Aware is no more. It's being rebranded to Google Home Premium with an Advanced tier that unlocks the full set of "AI camera" capabilities. Google Home Premium's Standard tier is $10 per month or $100 annually. Like before, you get 30 days of event-based
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Google has revamped its smart home subscription service, replacing Nest Aware with Google Home Premium. The new service offers enhanced AI features powered by Gemini, improved video history options, and integration with Google AI Pro and Ultra plans.
Google's Smart Home Subscription Overhaul
Google has announced a significant rebranding and enhancement of its smart home subscription service, replacing Nest Aware with Google Home Premium
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. This move comes alongside the unveiling of a new Google Home app with built-in Gemini AI capabilities and the introduction of updated smart home devices1
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Source: Android Police
Subscription Tiers and Pricing
Google Home Premium is offered in two tiers:
- Standard: Priced at $10 per month or $100 annually
- Advanced: Priced at $20 per month or $200 annually
The pricing structure remains unchanged from the previous Nest Aware plans
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Source: 9to5Google
Features and Enhancements
Standard Tier
- 30 days of event-based video history
- Whole-home history for compatible devices
- Intelligent alerts for package deliveries, garage door activity, glass breaking, and smoke alarms
- Access to Gemini Live on smart speakers and displays
- Natural language automation creation
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Advanced Tier
- 60 days of event-based video history
- Up to 10 days of continuous 24/7 recording
- Enhanced Gemini integration for video search and complex queries
- Detailed event descriptions for camera footage
- Daily 'Home Brief' summaries
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Gemini AI Integration
The integration of Gemini AI brings several improvements to Nest cameras:
- Smarter Notifications: Instead of generic alerts, users receive detailed information about who was seen and what they were doing .
- Video Search: Users can ask Gemini to search through video history and answer complex questions .
- Event Descriptions: Gemini generates detailed descriptions of events captured by cameras .
- Home Brief: A daily summary of home activity is provided .
Source: TechRadar
Integration with Google AI Plans
Google has aligned Google Home Premium with its AI subscription plans:
- Google AI Pro ($19.99/month) includes Google Home Premium Standard
- Google AI Ultra ($249.99/month) includes Google Home Premium Advanced
- AI Pro subscribers can upgrade to Advanced for an additional $10/month
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Availability and Rollout
The new Google Home Premium features are launching in early access alongside the redesigned Google Home app
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. While pricing for the US market has been confirmed, international pricing details are still pending3
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