Nest, a division of Google's new Alphabet topco, is upgrading its internet-connected hardware for its smart thermostat. The new thermostat will have a larger, higher resolution display as well as being thinner. It will cost $250 and will feature motion sensors, which will be able to sense movement from up to 25 feet away, the device will also operate on 5 GHz instead of 2.4 GHz wirelress connections. Google has been working with Nest since last year when it acquired the company in an effort to improve home security.
Nest, a division of Google's new Alphabet topco, is upgrading its internet-connected hardware for its smart thermostat. The new thermostat will have a larger, higher resolution display as well as being thinner. It will cost $250 and will feature motion sensors, which will be able to sense movement from up to 25 feet away, the device will also operate on 5 GHz instead of 2.4 GHz wirelress connections. The smart device also has a Furnace Heads-up feature to monitor the automatic shut-off system in home heating systems, and using these patterns will be able to alert home-owners in advance of a furnace issue.