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Google Nest Cam

3.1
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3 hours free storage
Free Face and Package Recognition
Requires additional holder for table mounting
Unable to save files locally
Camera
1080
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz (PoE Ready)
Recording
Cloud
PoE
Yes
Requires hub
No
Field of view
130°

In 2014, Google acquired the company Nest, and after a few challenging years together, it seems that they have now found their way to establishing themselves as strong competitors in the smart home market. By integrating Google Assistant into their products, they have now entered the battle against well-established brands such as Amazon Alexa. The latest addition to their range, the Google Nest Cam, is a versatile camera that can be used both indoors and outdoors. It is powered by a battery that provides an impressive battery life of up to seven months. In addition, the package includes a USB cable for those who prefer to provide the camera with continuous power.

If you want an even faster and more stable connection, you can also consider purchasing a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter to power your camera through this option. The Google Nest Cam delivers a crisp and clear image with a resolution of 1920x1080, ensuring high image quality. Should there ever be a situation where your internet connection goes down, the camera has the capacity to store recordings and events locally. These can then be uploaded to the cloud when the camera regains access to the internet.

One advantage of the Google Nest Cam is its easy integration with the Google Nest Hub and Google Assistant. This makes it an excellent choice if you already own these products. Installation of the camera is easy and it offers smart notifications for both humans and animals at no extra cost. In addition, users now have the ability to access their cameras through a new web interface at home.google.com, providing a convenient and user-friendly experience. With Google Nest Cam, you get a powerful monitoring solution that fits into the smart home and offers reliable, high-quality performance.

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