Why Every Smart Home Needs a Google Nest Doorbell

Google Nest doorbell has advanced security features, a two-way audio system, and a live camera feed. It keeps track of the front door 24/7. Google Nest doorbell integrates with the Google Home App to control it anywhere. It connects with Nest hub and Google speakers to make announcements when someone rings the doorbell. Nest Aware standard and premium subscription keeps the video event history for almost 30 to 60 days. It works best for owners who are away. These video recordings act as evidence in the case of porch pirates. Nest doorbells convey vigilance to thieves and change their decisions. It also has person, people, package, and animals alerts. Homeowners use the Nest Protect with the Nest doorbell to get alerts of emergencies. It links with the Amazon Echo Show, unlike the Ring doorbells.

What Are the Smart Features That Set It Apart?

Here are the four smart features that set the Nest doorbell apart:

  1. Familiar Face Detection: The Google Nest doorbell has a familiar face detection feature that recognizes family members. This feature minimizes the unnecessary alerts, and Google Assistant calls the name of the person when they ring the doorbell. Go to live camera view and tap on the gear icon. Make sure to buy a Nest Aware subscription and turn on the familiar face detection feature. Tap on the people bar from live camera view, and the app automatically asks if we know the person. Name the person and merge the similar photos to create a face library. Select the photos that are different and delete them from the trash icon on the top right corner. 
  2. Activity zones: Activity zones detect motion in a selected area. This Google Nest feature provides alerts when someone passes. Make sure to drag the lines to a specific area in front of the door. Avoid capturing the sidewalks and roads. Go to settings from the Google Home app, click on notifications, and then tap on activity zones to change settings.
  3. Two-way audio: It has a two-way audio feature, which allows owners to communicate with the person at the door. Tap on the microphone from the live camera view to begin talking. This feature works both on the Google Home App on mobile and the Nest Hub. Voice command of “Google! Talk to the front door” also initiates two-way communication. 
  4. Cloud video storage: The video chat history lasts for 30 days to 60 days, depending on the Nest Aware subscription model. Make sure to manually download them in Google Photos or the cloud to store them permanently. 

How Does It Integrate With Other Smart Devices?

Google Nest doorbell integrates with Nest Cam, Nest Hub, and Google Assistant. Nest Hub is a smart display that shows a live camera view of what is happening at the door. Nest Cam acts as a security device and records people at the door 24/7. Google Assistant follows the voice commands when the owner is away in the kitchen or a room. It tells loudly when someone rings the doorbell and also begins two-way communication. 

Why Is It Perfect for Package Monitoring?

Google Nest doorbell has three pancake monitoring features. Go to Settings, tap on notifications, and toggle the package detection to ON. This package detection creature is also available in seen events. Select a septic activity zone to get an alert when the delivery person leaves a package. Make sure to keep track of the parcel and receive it on time to reduce the porch pirates. 

How Easy Is It to Install and Use?

Wired and wireless Google Nest doorbells are easy to set up and install. Remove the old doorbell and fix those two wires on the wired doorbell terminals. Use a wedge to place the camera at an angle and fix the base plate to the wall. Wireless doorbells do not need any wiring or a transformer. They run on battery and make sure to link them with the Google Home app to set up the face detection and package alerts. Sign in to Google Home with your Google account and then follow the onscreen prompts to do everything.

How Does the Nest Doorbell Support Privacy and Security?

Google Nest doorbell is end-to-end encrypted. It follows all the community guidelines and Google’s privacy laws. Face detection is not available in some regions due to biometric concerns. It is available in the United States except in Illinois. It encrypts everything in the cloud and provides complete access to the video sharing. 

Why Is It a Worthwhile Investment?

Google Nest doorbells enhance the safety and increase the property value of a home. It keeps packages safe from porch pirates and is worth it for those living alone. They can communicate and see through the Nest doorbell what is happening at the front without getting out. 

By Meagan Riche
Ricky Riche

Ricky Riche

My name is Ricky and I have been a mechanical engineer for 25 years. My 3D-printing journey started when I purchased my first doorbell camera. Once I installed it, I knew I needed to do something different. I wanted to see my doormat where delivery drivers would bring my items and I didn’t want to scroll through all the events. Due to my dissatisfaction, I started designing my own doorbell mounts. After some trial and error, I finally came up with the perfect mount solutions to meet multiple issues. We guarantee we have a doorbell mount on our shop to meet your specific concern.

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