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Nest Hello
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Engadget Review
Nest's first video doorbell doubles as a security camera. The HDR video looks great, and the 4:3 aspect ratio combined with a 160-degree field-of-view means you can get a full look at your guest before opening the door. We recommend getting the Nest Aware subscription, which unlocks continuous 24/7 live video recording, at least five days' worth of archives, and face recognition. The Hello is especially useful if you have other Google or Nest products in your home.
You'll pay dearly for it, though.
Nicole LeeApril 27, 2018
Pros
- Bright and sharp HDR video
- Video view has 4:3 aspect ratio so you can see visitors from head to toe
- Optional continuous 24/7 live recording and facial recognition
- Integrates well with other Google and Nest products
Cons
- Nest Aware subscription needed for the best features
- Installation requires working on your home wiring
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- 80AVERAGE CRITIC SCORE5 ReviewsPC Mag50Nest HelloThe Nest Hello video doorbell not only lets you know when somebody is at your door, it uses face recognition to tell you exactly who it is.ZDNet100Nest Hello reviewIf you are looking for a way to monitor who is at your door, it's tough to beat a Nest Hello doorbell. The video quality is excellent, you can talk to the person through the Nest Hello without opening the door, and you feel safer knowing exactly who is on the other side all day and all night.CNET80The smartest video doorbell aroundThe Nest Hello is the smartest video doorbell available today, and a really solid choice for anyone -- but it's especially appealing if you're sold on a broader Google/Nest smart home.TechHive80This is a great video doorbellNest Hello is a welcome addition to the Nest family of products and exhibits the same manufacturing, design, and technical quality as the rest of the range.At $229, it’s one of the more expensive video doorbells on the market, and the monthly subscription price is a bit more than competitors, too. But if you can afford it, you won’t be disappointed.Android Central90The smartest doorbellNest Hello easily is the best doorbell I've used. I wouldn't rip out an existing Ring Pro for it, but it is the one I'll be recommending from here on out — especially if you're already an owner of other Nest products.
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Network camera
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1600x1200
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