Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionDoes this camera work with a specific application?

• A:Answer Yes, this camera requires the Google Home app.

Q: QuestionDoes this camera have night vision?

• A:Answer Yes, this camera has night vision for clear images in low light.

Q: QuestionIs the battery in this camera rechargeable?

• A:Answer Yes, the battery in this camera is rechargeable.

Q: QuestionDoes this camera use cloud storage?

• A:Answer Yes, this camera uses cloud storage.

Q: QuestionIs it possible to view live video from this camera?

• A:Answer Yes, you can view live HD video from the Google Home app.

Q: QuestionDoes this security camera require wires for power?

• A:Answer No, this security camera is wire-free for indoor or outdoor use.

Q: QuestionI am looking forward to these camera's, but how long will the battery last on a single charge? If i leave for a week for work, will the battery carry it the entire week? Or will i have to charge it multiple times in a week during bad weather? Thanks

Asked 4 years ago by ThommyGunn.

This question was asked about the related product: Google - Nest Cam 2 Pack Indoor/Outdoor Wire Free Security Cameras - Snow

• A:Answer Battery life will depend on factors including activity, temperature, and camera settings that you select. You can extend the battery life of your camera by adjusting video quality, length of video clips, time between recorded events, and using activity zones to monitor specific areas. Here are some typical scenarios: Busy: About 1.5 months battery life (about 20 - 25 recorded events per day) Typical: About 3 months battery life (about 9 - 12 recorded events per day) Quiet: About 7 months battery life (about 2 - 4 recorded events per day) Also, Nest Cam only takes around 4-5 hours to fully charge the battery.

  Answered 4 years ago by Google Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionCan the new nest battery camera be plugged in allowing 24/7 coverage

Asked 4 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Google - Nest Cam 2 Pack Indoor/Outdoor Wire Free Security Cameras - Snow

• A:Answer Yes, when plugged in, it will record 24/7. WARNING -- this camera can not be viewed in the old Nest app, only in the Home app. ALSO, since this camera is not being "added" to the Nest "environment", it can not be viewed with a browser!

  Answered 4 years ago by RobRud

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Q: QuestionWill the new 'nest' camera show up in the Nest app, or will I have to use two apps (Google home) if I have old Nest cameras?

Asked 4 years ago by Dudeman.

• A:Answer Does not work with nest app. Only Google Home. SMH

  Answered 4 years ago by Vinny

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Q: QuestionCan I install this camera outside, not under a cover?

Asked 4 years ago by abcdefg.

• A:Answer With an IP54 rating. It probably would be good to use some sort of covering to keep direct rain/snow from hitting it directly. IP68 and higher is what you want for full wet contact and shallow submersion in water. This camera is not completely sealed against water and dust.

  Answered 4 years ago by JinOH

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Q: QuestionCan you buy longer cables if you don't have an outlet close to where you want to put the camera? Like 25' or 50'.

Asked 4 years ago by Mike.

This question was asked about the related product: Google - Nest Cam 2 Pack Indoor/Outdoor Wire Free Security Cameras - Snow

• A:Answer Google sells longer power cords for this camera separately. They are available in ~15feet & ~30feet. The prices are $34.99 & $39.99. You can also use an extension cord if you need more length.

  Answered 4 years ago by Moes

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Q: QuestionHow long does it take to charge one of these cameras? I would use it primarily overnight so during the day we would charge it whenever the battery is running low. Speaking of low battery, will the app display battery life remaining?

Asked 4 years ago by Rrs1988.

• A:Answer They claim that under normal use the battery should last about a month. Charging from zero to full should take about 5 hours. And YES, the battery 'meter' is very large and clearly seen in the Google Home App.

  Answered 4 years ago by AlanD963

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Q: QuestionIf my internet goes down will these cameras upload the video once internet returns?

Asked 4 years ago by Amazing.

This question was asked about the related product: Google - Nest Cam 2 Pack Indoor/Outdoor Wire Free Security Cameras - Snow

• A:Answer Yes. The Nest Cam (Battery) can continue to record and save events to their internal memory, and then upload the video to the cloud when they reconnect to the Nest service.

  Answered 4 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionAfter (unfortunately) discovering that the new nest cam DOES NOT record 24x7 to allow video scrubbing in Battery mode - I have plugged my new camera in... but I am still not seeing a way to scrub video - it still only displays video snippets (events)?

Asked 4 years ago by JTC1.

This question was asked about the related product: Google - Nest Cam 2 Pack Indoor/Outdoor Wire Free Security Cameras - Snow

• A:Answer The reality is that it depends on what generation of camera you are using. Most of the newer Nest cameras from Google only allow video event viewing and not scrubbing and only work in the Google Home app. If you want the video scrubbing feature, you will need to buy an older Nest camera that will work in the Nest app. For me, the moment they take this feature away from older cameras (if they do), I will dump my six cameras and move to a new camera setup because this is why I invested so much into my Nest camera system. I was all in on Nest - smoke alarms and thermostat too. (Feeling a little abandoned)

  Answered 3 years ago by IWantToLoveNestAgain

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Q: Questionwhat is expected battery life

Asked 4 years ago by RB.

• A:Answer If you mean how long will the battery operate before needing a recharge, it's supposed to be about a month If you mean how long will the battery actually last over time, Google is not saying.

  Answered 4 years ago by AlanD963

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Q: QuestionIs there a way to have the cameras show up in the Nest App, like previous nest cameras? If not, how do you go about viewing the cameras live and recorded footage from a computer?

Asked 4 years ago by Jerryboree.

This question was asked about the related product: Google - Nest Cam 2 Pack Indoor/Outdoor Wire Free Security Cameras - Snow

• A:Answer I just returned this camera, because of this issue. You can't view this NEST camera in the NEST app! Google is forcing people to sue their "Home" app. Two reasons I returned this camera -- (1) I now need to use the Home app and the Nest App, because certain Nest devices do not appear in the Home app. (2) MORE IMPORTANTLY -- you can not view this new camera from a browser!

  Answered 4 years ago by RobRud

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Q: QuestionHow much length of the cable. Does it have wall mount or something to keep camera to be fixed in outdoor?

Asked 3 years ago by Chloe.

• A:Answer The included charging cable (indoor rated) measures 3.3 ft (1 m). Nest Cam weatherproof cables (sold separately) are available in 5m and 10m. Please note that the power adapter included with the Nest Cam (battery) is not weatherproof and not intended for outdoor use and you can use a compatible weatherproof cable (sold separately). Here’s a list of what’s included in the box for Nest Cam (battery): - Nest Cam camera - magnetic plate - wall plates - 2 wall anchors - 2 wall screws - 1 charge cable, 3.3 ft (1 m) - 1 power adapter - Quick start guide - Safety & warranty document Nest Cam (battery) has a magnet that has been tested through category 2 hurricane-strength winds (96-110 mph 83-95 kt 154-177 km/h) and extreme weather conditions. Simply attach the wall plate with the included screws, then secure the magnetic plate onto the backplate, and the magnetic plate can firmly hold your camera in place.

  Answered 3 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionDoes this come w the cords or do u need to buy them separately on the Google nest I door outdoor

Asked 2 years ago by Monica.

• A:Answer I bought the 3 pack and there’s ZERO slower cable / cords.

  Answered 2 years ago by Anonymous

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Q: QuestionDo the lights on the front of the camera turn on automatically in the dark? Can they be turned off

Asked 3 years ago by Noel.

• A:Answer The LED lights for Nest Cam (Battery) don't really turn on whenever it gets dark. By default, the LED light for your Nest camera automatically activate whenever it is turned on, connected to Wi-Fi, and is processing images in its view. The lights let you know whether they work normally or if there’s a problem. You won't be able to turn off the LED lights whenever your Nest Cam (Battery) is turned on. However, you can use the app to change the brightness level of the LED status light. Here's how: - Open the Google Home app. - Touch and hold your device's tile. - Tap Settings. - Select Video. - Under “Status light brightness,” choose High, Auto, or Low.

  Answered 3 years ago by Nest Support

  
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