Google Nest Cam Wireless Camera
Nest Cam Change Log
Date | What is being updated? |
8 April 2021 | 1. Requirements copy removed. “Google Chromecast, or Chromecast built-in device.” |
13 April 2021 | 1. Camera spec copy updated in blue. |
12 Aug 2021 | 1. Wireless copy updated in blue. |
13 Aug 2021 | 1. Video history copy updated in blue. |
10 Dec 2021 | 1. Mounting options secure loop in blue |
January 2022 | 1. Mounting options
Delete: “Use the included secure loop when mounting higher than 6.5 ft (2 m) above the ground” |
January 2022 | 1. Whats in the Box: Delete: “Secure loop” Delete: “2 secure loops”Delete: “3 secure loops”
2. Ports and Connectors replace & with and |
March 9, 2022 | 1. Voice Assistant: Added voice assistant compatibility copy in blue |
March 25, 2022 | 1. Operating temperatures section:
a. Update “Operating temperatures” to “Operating and charging temperatures” b. Add: Charging temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Nest Cam Technical Specifications
The Nest Cam is a smart security camera that can capture and store up to 60 days of event video history. It requires a continuous power source (power cable accessories sold separately) and a Nest Aware Plus subscription (sold separately) for continuous video recording up to 10 days of 24/7 video history.
Technical Specifications
Spec Category | Nest Cam |
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Voice assistant | Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant |
Camera | 1080p HD, 130° diagonal field of view, 8x digital zoom |
Video history | Up to 60 days of event video history |
Audio | Built-in speaker and microphone with noise and echo suppression |
Motion detection | Advanced algorithms for person detection and motion detection zones |
Night vision | High-power infrared LEDs for clear night vision, even in total darkness |
Wireless | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz or 5GHz (WEP, WPA, WPA2 encryption supported) |
Security | 128-bit AES with TLS/SSL encryption |
Ports and connectors | USB-C power, 3.5mm audio jack, LED status light |
Power | 5V DC, 1.5A |
Mounting options | Wall mount or stand mount, with included secure loop for mounting higher than 6.5 ft (2 m) above the ground |
Operating and charging temperatures | -4°F to 104°F (-20°C to 40°C) |
Weather resistance | N/A |
Lights | N/A |
Color | Green |
Dimensions and weight | 2.91 x 2.91 x 4.5 in (7.4 x 7.4 x 11.4 cm), 0.45 lbs (203 g) |
Languages | English, French, Dutch, German, Italian, Spanish |
Warranty | 2-year limited warranty |
Spec Category | Nest Cam |
Voice assistant | • Works with compatible Google Assistant- and Amazon Alexa-enabled devices |
Camera | • 2-megapixel color sensor • 130° diagonal field of view • 6x digital zoom • 16:9 aspect ratio |
Video | • Up to 1080p at 30 FPS, HDR • 24/7 live view • Night vision with HDR • H.264 encoding |
Video history | Includes up to 3 hours of event video history
• Captures and stores video clips of activity within the past 3 hours. Continuous video recording (up to 10 days of 24/7 video history) requires: 1) Connection to a continuous power source (power cable accessories sold separately) |
Audio | • High-quality speaker and microphone • Full-duplex 2-way audio with noise cancellation |
Motion detection | • Single motion sensor • 110° horizontal field of view • Up to 25 ft (7.5 m) |
Night vision | • Up to 20 ft (6.10 m) illumination • 6 high-power 850 nm infrared LEDs |
Lighting | n/a |
Wireless | [US, MX, IN, JP]
• 802.11a/b/g/n (2.4GHz/5GHz) Wi-Fi • 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) Wi-Fi |
Security | • On-device machine learning • Secure boot • Automatic security updates • 128-bit AES encryption with TLS/SSL • Built-in magnetometer sensor |
Ports and connectors | • Nest Cam uses a proprietary magnetic connector |
Power | Camera:
• Built-in rechargeable 6 Ah, 3.65V lithium-ion battery |
Mounting options | • Mounts to wall with 2 screws • Sticks magnetically to a metallic surface • Nest Cam stand available separately |
Operating and charging temperatures | • Operating temperature: -4°F to 104°F (-20°C to 40°C) • Charging temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Weather resistance | • Weather-resistant (IP54) |
Lights | • RGB status LED |
Color | • Snow |
Dimensions and weight | Camera:
• Length: 3.27 in (8.3 cm) Magnetic mount: • Diameter: 3.24 in (8.2 cm) |
Green | • Nest Cam is sustainably designed with 47% post- consumer recycled material across all its plastic mechanical parts. |
Languages | • English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish |
Warranty | • [US/CA/MX/AU/NZ/JP/IN] 1-year limited warranty (details in box). For help, visit g.co/nest/support. • [EU/UK/CH] 2-year limited warranty (details in box). For help, visit g.co/nest/support. • [US Pro SKU] 3-year limited warranty (details in box) |
Product Usage Instructions
- Install the Nest Cam on a wall or stand using the included secure loop if mounting higher than 6.5 ft (2 m) above the ground.
- Connect the Nest Cam to a continuous power source using a USB-C power cable (sold separately).
- Download and install the Nest app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Open the Nest app and follow the instructions to set up the Nest Cam, including connecting it to your Wi-Fi network and creating a Nest account.
- Use the Nest app to view live video from your Nest Cam, receive motion and sound alerts, and manage your video history.
- To access continuous video recording up to 10 days of 24/7 video history, subscribe to Nest Aware Plus (sold separately).
- To use voice commands with your Nest Cam, enable the Nest Cam skill in the Alexa or Google Assistant app and link your Nest account.
What’s included in the box
Nest Cam (Single) | Nest Cam (2 Pack) | Nest Cam (3 Pack) |
• Nest Cam camera
• Magnetic plate • Wall plate • 2 wall anchors • 2 wall screws • 1 charge cable, 3.3 ft (1 m) • 1 power adapter • Quick start guide • Safety & warranty document |
• 2 Nest Cam cameras
• 2 magnetic plates • 2 wall plates • 4 wall anchors • 4 wall screws • 1 charge cable, 3.3 ft (1 m) • 1 power adapter • Quick start guide • Safety & warranty document |
• 3 Nest Cam cameras
• 3 magnetic plates • 3 wall plates • 6 wall anchors • 6 wall screws • 1 charge cable, 3.3 ft (1 m) • 1 power adapter • Quick start guide • Safety & warranty document |
Requirements
- Compatible mobile device (minimum OS requirements are available at g.co/nest/requirements)
- Nest Cam requires a Wi-Fi network, a working broadband internet connection with at least 2 Mbps upload speed per camera for optimal performance (DSL may not qualify), a compatible mobile device, the free Home app, and a Google Account.
- Works with Hey Google features require additional hardware (sold separately), which could include a Google Nest device.
- Minimum requirements are available at g.co/nest/requirements.
- Video streaming, phone alerts, and history may be subject to interruptions or failures for reasons beyond Google’s control, like intermittent Wi-Fi or service provider outages.
- Nest Cam does not provide third-party monitored emergency notification or response.
- Availability and performance of certain features and services are service-, device-, and network-dependent and may not be available in all areas.
- Subscription(s) may be required, and terms, conditions, and/or charges may apply.
Archived Approval Matrix
APPROVAL MATRIX [COPY LOCK – 5/25/20] | ||||
Approver | Date | Date Feb. 2021 | Date Dec 2021 | Indicated “Approved”in this column |
Editor: | 10/7 | 3/2 | Approved w/edits |
Daniel E./Theo L. | ||||
PMM:
Lindsay Baugh Jeff A |
9/24
11/1 0 |
3/9 – LB | 12/2 | Made inputs/reviewed on 9/24 – Approved
Erick Low 3/9: LB Approved |
PM: Felix S. | 10/9 | 12/2 | Approved pending comments on recycled plastic % and length of cable in the what’s included section | |
Legal: Oba A
(Marketing Product Counsel) |
OA: Reviewed with comments to update the sustainability claim. | |||
Unnati Gandhi (NQ
Product Counsel) |
12/6 | 12/6 | EE: Reviewed 11/26 UG: Reviewed 12/6/21 | |
CP:
Shawna David |
12/
2 |
Ok to lock 12/9 SD | Approved Unlocked as of 1/26 |
APPROVAL MATRIX [COPY LOCK – 2/11/2022] | ||
Approver | Date Feb 2022 | Indicated “Approved”in this column |
Editor: Daniel E./Theo L. | 2/14 | approved (desch) |
CML: Molly McCurdy | N/A | N/A |
PMM: Jeff A | 2/11 | approved |
PM: Felix S. | 2/8 | Approved |
Legal: Oba Emily Unnati | 2/9
2/11 |
Unnati approved Oba approved |
CP: Shawna D | 2/14 | Malinda Gaculaok to lock |
Approver | Date | Indicated “Approved”in this column |
Editor: Daniel Esch
Theo Lambert |
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PMM:
Ani Bharadwaj |
3/15 | Approved |
PM:
Felix Senepin |
3/16 | Approved |
Legal:
Oba Adewunmi Unnati Gandhi |
3/15
3/18 |
Unnati: Approved
Oba approved via Skyvine |
CP:
Shawna David |
3/24 | Malinda Gaculaalexa copy only added to copy guide update to approval matrix to reflect the cold weather addition |
Documents / Resources
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Google Nest Cam Wireless Camera [pdf] User Guide Nest Cam Wireless Camera, Nest Cam, Wireless Camera, Camera |