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Q: QuestionIs this a good solution for an intercom type system for a townhouse when my wife doesn't want to tell at me from upstairs? We use Google Home Mini for lights and timers and things.

Asked 2 years ago by Mike.

• A:Answer The Google Home speakers and hubs have a feature where if you say "hey Google broadcast" it will then broadcast whatever you say after that to all speakers or if you say hey Google broadcast followed by a specific speaker or hub on your network it will broadcast what you say but to only that device specified. This does work very intercom like just without the ptt buttons

  Answered 2 years ago by CalebVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDo you have to pay any subscription?

Asked 3 years ago by Isai.

• A:Answer No subscription required, though you do need a Google account.

  Answered 3 years ago by EludiumQ36

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Q: QuestionI would like this to show a daily quote, randomly from a list of quotes i provide. Thatd be its sole purpose. Is this possible? Thanks

Asked 3 years ago by TimAMD.

• A:Answer You can have it show a slide show of photos you select. So, theoretically, if you were to use your phone or whatever to type the quotes into a format you like, and then maybe screenshot them, you could use those as the pictures it will display. There's probably a simpler way that someone who has more technological experience, or has had the Hub for longer than a few weeks like I have, could come up with, but that's how I'd do it.

  Answered 3 years ago by HeatherPVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhen connected to a phone via bluetooth... are the Hub's microphones used for voice calls thru the phone? (some older Google devices just connect via bluetooth for audio output, not for calls)

Asked 3 years ago by gaboxl42.

• A:Answer Yes - You can make calls using this device.

  Answered 3 years ago by AhallVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill the nest work with the Eufy doorbell like it does with the nest doorbell?

Asked 3 years ago by Eufy.

• A:Answer Eufy Security is now supporting Google Assistant. With the Google Assistant integration, you can activate your Eufy Security cameras and watch live by saying Google Assistant voice commands. We suggest contacting Eufy Security for more details.

  Answered 3 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: Questioncan I play Sirus XM on it

Asked 3 years ago by al.

• A:Answer Yes, in fact, mine came with a 3-months free offer for SiriusXM.

  Answered 3 years ago by EludiumQ36

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Q: QuestionHow do you upload pictures to this? and can several family members upload from their locations?

Asked 4 years ago by Lukie.

• A:Answer You can upload your photos using a phone/tablet or computer to Google Photos. Take note that Nest Hub displays photos in albums you create in Google Photos. You can log into Google Photos with the same Google account, create albums, and then choose the album in the Google Home app. You can find the details here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9136992 Also, other family members can upload from their respective locations as long as they have an account. You can also invite them to become home members. Check this link for more info: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9155535

  Answered 4 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionAren't updates (and then support) for all Nest products going away in the very near future? Like...in 2022?

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymou00001.

• A:Answer No. Google will continue to support all Google/Nest products with ongoing feature support, software fixes, and critical security updates. You can check this link for current news, updates, and announcements: blog.google/products/google-nest

  Answered 3 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionCan this work as a digital doorbell chime for the Nest Doorbell?

Asked 3 years ago by searchdiver.

• A:Answer In a way, yes, the Nest Hub can work like this. If you have the Nest Doorbell, you can set it up so that an announcement is made on all your Google Home speakers including the Nest Hub. It will announce that someone (or their name if you have Nest Aware w/ facial recognition) rang your doorbell.

  Answered 3 years ago by AL1799Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionI have a first generation hub. The screen showing the front door goes out daily. I can be reset by asking Google to show front door. Is the second generation hub more stable?

Asked 4 years ago by LGT79.

• A:Answer We're sorry to hear about what's happening with your device. We suggest contacting our support team so we can assist you and check on your Nest Hub. We might need to perform some troubleshooting steps that may help resolve your concern. It is better to get your device checked first and know what's causing the issue. Reach out to us anytime here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp Check Google Nest and Home device specifications for better comparison: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/7072284

  Answered 4 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionCan you load apps from Google play?

Asked 4 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer No, this will not allow you to load any apps. There are some media apps preloaded but your quite limited as to what you can do with them.

  Answered 2 years ago by MichaelS

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Q: QuestionCan i store recipes on th nest hub

Asked 4 years ago by Pauley.

• A:Answer Anything you put on Google notes should appear here. Also I belive you can also ask the assistant to remember things for you.

  Answered 3 years ago by SerdarVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionI don't expect my calendar displayed, a current date would be appreciated! It took awhile for me to change the black face with white letters / numbers into the beautiful one. Assistant via Google Home can't Display Date? Why not?

Asked 4 years ago by Ppanala3.

• A:Answer Yes it can. Just ask.

  Answered 3 years ago by ShadowTechFXVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIf I purchase, can I SEE the artists, names of songs DISPLAYED on the screen when listening to my Sirius XM stations? I can't with my Amazon's Echos and I really want to see the artists names, etc as they play.

Asked 4 years ago by perkycolfl.

• A:Answer Just tested this for you. Yes, it shows the title and artist names.

  Answered 4 years ago by Mark

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Q: Questiondoes have any kind of parental control

Asked 4 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Definitely! With Google Home app content filters, you can block explicit music and video content from YouTube and other music or radio services from playing on Google Nest and other Assistant-enabled speakers and displays. Parents can use these controls to limit which content their children can access.

  Answered 4 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionDoes the Nest Hub 2nd Gen support video calls?

Asked 5 years ago by Steve.

This question was asked about the related product: Nest Hub 7” Smart Touchscreen Display with Google Assistant (2nd Gen) - Mist

• A:Answer On Nest Hub, calling feature will default to audio only and there's no video for the recipient of your call since it doesn't have a camera. You can enjoy the two-way video calling feature on Nest Hub Max that has a camera. Take a look at the following link for more details: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9849261

  Answered 4 years ago by Nest Support

  
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Q: QuestionHow to activate voice recognition

Asked 1 week ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Thanks for asking. Here’s how to set up Voice Match on the Nest Hub (2nd Gen): 1. Open the Google Home app. 2. At the top right, tap your Profile picture or Initial. 3. Tap Home settings > Gemini for Home voice assistant > Voice Match. 4. The app shows all devices that support Voice Match. Tap a device to enable or disable Voice Match. We’re here to lend a hand: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp

  Answered 4 days ago by Google Team

  
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Q: QuestionIs the google hub compatible with ring ?

Asked 2 weeks ago by Jazzy.

This question was asked about the related product: Nest Hub 2nd Gen - 7" Smart Home Display with Google Assistant - Sand

• A:Answer Hey there, Jazzy. No, the Nest Hub 2nd Gen is not compatible with the Ring Doorbell. Here’s a link with more information: https://support.google.com/googlenest/speakersanddisplays#topic=7029677

  Answered 2 weeks ago by Google Team

  
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Q: QuestionI cannot connect to wifi…keeps asking for local network checked off and it is (as far as I can tell)

Asked 1 month ago by Mui.

• A:Answer Hi there, Mui. Sorry to see you ran into an issue setting up your Nest Hub (2nd Gen). Here are a few troubleshooting steps to get your device up and running: 1. Reboot your Wi-Fi router. 2. Reboot your Nest speaker. 3. On your mobile device, turn off the Wi-Fi, then turn it back on. 4. If you have a dual-band router, try to set up your speaker or display on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. We’re happy to lend an extra hand: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp

  Answered 1 month ago by Google Team

  
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