After a nine-year wait, Google has finally given its iconic Nest Learning Thermostat a major upgrade. The 4th generation model comes packed with innovative features and AI-driven improvements.
Google’s goal? To revolutionize your smart home experience. The new thermostat uses Google’s advanced Gemini AI model to optimize your heating and cooling schedule. This helps reduce energy use and makes the thermostat more intuitive to use.
The sleek, modern design features a display that’s 60% larger than before. You get more info at a glance, like time, temperature, and air quality data. Choose from four customizable faces to make it your own.
The familiar turning dial is still there, but the screen now goes edge-to-edge without a thick bezel. Google’s Soli radar system enables Dynamic Farsight, which adjusts the display based on how close you are.
As Techcrunch reports, a new remote temperature sensor lets you get a more accurate average temperature reading from any key spot in your home. The thermostat’s AI makes micro-adjustments based on your habits and outside temp data to optimize energy use.
You can pre-order the Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen now for $279.99 in the US or $379.99 in Canada. Shipping starts August 20th. The 3rd gen model will be sold until stock runs out, and the budget-friendly Thermostat E is still available for $130.
By considering local weather, air quality, and your usage patterns, the new thermostat can make smarter decisions about when to turn your HVAC system on or off. This could lead to significant energy savings over time.
The 4th gen Nest Learning Thermostat is a big leap forward for smart home tech. It offers a more intuitive, energy-efficient, and personalized experience. We expect it will raise the bar and spur competitors to up their game with similar AI-powered features.
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