What we bought: Our favorite gadgets of 2020
Engadget editors tell us about some of their best purchases of the year.
Nest
Google's Nest Hub Max now makes Zoom video calls
The preview comes just in time for socially distant holiday get-togethers.
The Google Home Max is half off for Black Friday this year
Google is also discounting the Nest Hub Max and a Nest Audio 2-pack.
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Nest thermostats in the US and Canada can now monitor your HVAC system
The feature has started rolling out for all Nest thermostats in the regions.
Google adds Nest Secure to its list of discontinued projects
But it will continue working for those who already have it.
13Google's $130 Nest Thermostat features an all-new touch-based design
You can control it via the Google Home app, too.
8715Google Nest Audio review: A steal at $100
Not the best speaker you've ever heard, but it's a great value.
Google could launch a cheaper Nest Thermostat with gesture controls
It will reportedly cost just $129.
Google's Nest Audio sounds way better than the Nest Mini
It'll probably be enough for most people, but serious music fans might want more.
Sonos sues Google for infringing on five more speaker patents
The company first sued Google at the start of the year.
Google makes it easier to find local news through Podcasts and Assistant
Google Nest speakers will read you local news, even if it only appeared in print.
Google rolls back update that gave people free access to a Nest Aware perk
The error led to confusion among Home owners.
Google's smart displays will simplify multi-room audio
For those of you who love having music play in every nook of your home.
Google's Family Bell brings a familiar feature of school back home
Use it to mimic the sense of being on campus.
Google’s Nest devices will be the ‘cornerstone’ of ADT smart home security
A $450 million investment gives Google a share of ADT.
Google will replace Nest thermostats affected by 'w5' WiFi error
The 'w5 error' is a known issue affecting remote connectivity, the company said.
Nest makes its Seasonal Savings program free for all thermostat users
If all Nest customers participate, they’ll save millions of dollars collectively.
Google adds group video calls to Duo and Meet on smart displays
You'll soon be able to chat with more than one person via Duo or Meet.
