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Following a recent price hike to $100/year for Nest Aware, some users in the US are receiving a 50% discount offer when attempting to cancel or renew their subscription, though this deal is not available in Canada or Australia. The offer appears to be a retention tactic, similar to previous Google promotions, and coincides with the upcoming rebranding of Nest Aware plans.
Google is planning to replace Nest Aware with a new subscription called Google Home Premium, which will include enhanced features powered by Gemini, such as natural language support and daily summaries, as part of a broader update to its smart home ecosystem expected around October.
Google is increasing the prices of its Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus subscriptions starting August 2025, with the basic plan rising from $8 to $10 per month and the Plus plan from $15 to $20 per month, aligning with competitor pricing and offering expanded features like longer video history and AI-powered recognition.
Google is discontinuing support for some of its earliest security devices, including Dropcam, Dropcam Pro, and Nest x Yale Lock, starting April 8. Users will need to take action, with options including receiving a free or discounted Nest camera or a free Nest Connect for affected devices. Those with Nest Secure systems will need to replace their Nest x Yale door locks or obtain a Nest Connect to extend their functionality.
Google is finally bringing all Nest Cam features to its Google Home web portal, allowing users to view and download recorded clips, scroll through event timelines, and create custom clips with a Nest Aware subscription. This move consolidates the functionality of Nest cameras onto Google's platform, eliminating the need to switch between multiple apps and web portals. The update also includes picture-in-picture viewing and enhanced clip-making options, marking a significant step towards phasing out the Nest app.
Google One subscribers in the UK are receiving Fitbit Premium and Nest Aware as new perks, with some getting emails informing them of the added benefits at no extra cost. Fitbit Premium offers personalized health insights and guided workout videos, while Nest Aware provides event history. These additions come with certain Google One subscriptions, potentially saving users $160 annually. Confirmation and wider availability of these perks are still pending.
Google has added Nest Aware and FitBit Premium to its Google One premium plan, offering users additional services for the same monthly fee. While the company has not made an official announcement, some users have already received notifications about the inclusion of these services. This move is part of Google's strategy to consolidate popular services into a single subscription, while also discounting hardware to attract more users into the Google ecosystem.
Google One now includes Fitbit Premium and Nest Aware in the UK, starting with the 2 TB plan, offering additional health and fitness insights, workout videos, and more. Nest Aware Plus is available as an add-on for an extra cost. Fitbit Premium provides various stats and features, while Nest Aware offers event video history and intelligent alerts. Subscribers at the 2 TB tier are being notified about the inclusion of Fitbit Premium at no extra cost, and previous Fitbit Premium memberships are being canceled with refunds.
Google's Nest Aware camera subscription is undergoing significant price increases for international users, with some plans doubling in price. The current generation subscription for modern cameras is seeing a 25 percent increase, while the older "first generation Nest Aware" subscription for older cameras is doubling in price in some countries. These price hikes are part of Google's broader trend of increasing subscription fees across its various services, with the changes set to take effect on March 25, 2024.
Google is reportedly developing a new subscription option that combines offerings from Nest Aware and Google One. Code digging in the latest Google Home app suggests the subscription could include 2TB of storage for services like Gmail and Drive, along with additional benefits. Pricing details are not yet available, but it is speculated that the bundle could be priced around $12-$15 per month.
Google is raising the price of its Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus subscriptions, which enhance Nest Cams, Doorbells, Smart Displays, and Speakers. The base Nest Aware subscription will now cost $8 per month or $80 annually, while Nest Aware Plus will cost $15 per month or $150 annually. The price increase is attributed to market shifts, including inflation and local tax updates. Existing customers will see the new pricing on their next bill after November 6, 2023. Google is encouraging users to upgrade to the latest version of Nest Aware for a simpler flat rate and access to new features.