06-13-2022 01:27 PM
So, I was surprised to see that this new camera does not show on the NEST APP (phone or PC), but rather can only be viewed via the Google Home App on my Pixel. I don't appreciate Google not making this clear prior to purchase... perhaps they should drop the NEST name !!
So - is there any way to view the video on my PC ?
THANKS
06-13-2022 01:34 PM
Hi there,
The latest information we have is that Google is working on this to be released sometime in 2022. Please have a look at the blog post linked below.
https://www.googlenestcommunity.com/t5/Blog/New-Cameras-and-Google-Home-app/ba-p/4632
06-13-2022 01:46 PM
Well, I can't say that I'm holding my breath - since we're now nearly halfway through '22, and I get the feeling that Google doesn't care about us 😞
06-13-2022 01:38 PM
Hi BLNT, I'm an end user like you. Sadly there is still no way to view the new cams on an PC. When many of us loyal NEST followers purchased the new cams 9 months ago and learned about the major flaws (like this one) we returned them to Google for a refund and just purchased used Gen 1 cameras from eBay. That is what I didn't and I'm very happy. I most love the NEST App which is light years ahead of the Google Home app when it comes to security cams.
06-13-2022 01:48 PM
I also picked up a couple of two packs of their wired outdoor cameras. I was concerned that they'd fall into the same hole that the gen 2 indoor camera did - but fortunately they were REAL Nest cameras !
06-17-2022 09:57 AM
Hey folks,
Just checking in to see how the thread is going. I see that y'all got some great help from @EmptyNester and @Cathal_S! I am sure they can assist you further, I was just checking the activity on this thread.
Best regards,
Brad
06-20-2022 10:00 AM
Hi there,
Just checking in to see if you still need assistance with this issue. We'll leave this topic open for another 24 hrs in case there are any follow up questions or comments.
Best regards,
Brad
06-20-2022 10:03 AM - edited 06-20-2022 10:03 AM
Thanks for checking in.
I would like to know when to expect the promised functionality (watching on laptop/TV, etc).
06-21-2022 10:11 AM
I am afraid I cannot provide an update on an ETA as we have not been provided with one from Google/Nest. I would suggest you look over this article as well as this article for more information.
Best regards,
Brad