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Android Authority
3 days ago
- Android Authority
Google Home finally adds full temperature scheduling for older Nest thermostats
Jimmy Westenberg / Android Authority TL;DR Google is finally starting to roll out the long-awaited temperature scheduling features for the 3rd Gen and E Nest thermostats in the Google Home app. This addresses the last major reason many users were forced to keep using the old Nest app, which was previously required for this function. While the new feature is now live for some, users should note that their old schedules from the Nest app will not automatically carry over. Back in April, Google made the controversial decision to end support for several older Nest Thermostats, pushing users toward the latest 4th gen model. Thankfully, the popular Gen 3 and E models were spared, saving many from a forced upgrade. Better yet, Google also announced it would finally add scheduling support for these models to the Google Home app — a move addressing the last major reason many people still use the old Nest app. The company didn't give a timeline for when these scheduling functions would roll out, but I noticed the other day that the feature is finally available for me. Don't want to miss the best from Android Authority? Set us as a preferred source in Google Search to support us and make sure you never miss our latest exclusive reports, expert analysis, and much more. For years, the Nest app was responsible for controlling all Nest thermostats. With the launch of the 2020 model, however, the Google Home app became the primary way to control thermostat functions. While older devices like the popular Gen 3 and E thermostats could also be moved over, one critical feature was missing: temperature scheduling. This omission forced many people to keep the old, clunky Nest app installed for that function alone. In April, Google finally promised a fix, announcing that full scheduling support would arrive for these models in the Google Home app sometime 'later this year.' That vague timeline left many wondering if they'd have to wait until the end of 2025. Fortunately, the wait appears to be over, as I recently discovered the new scheduling functions are now live for my Gen 3 Nest Thermostat in the Google Home app. As you can see in these screenshots, the Google Home app now lets me set specific temperatures for different times of the day, choose which sensors to use for temperature readings throughout the day, and configure a minimum runtime for the fan each hour. The main page also provides an at-a-glance view of the day's schedule. One downside, however, is that my old schedule from the Nest app didn't carry over, so I have to recreate it manually. It's hard to say how widely this feature has rolled out. Besides me, one of my followers confirmed they also have it on their Gen 3 thermostat, but I haven't seen broader mentions on social media. If you own a Gen 3 or E Nest thermostat, check the Google Home app and let us know in the comments if you have the new scheduling functions! Follow
Tom's Guide
05-08-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Summer is heating up — but so are these 4 deals on our favorite smart thermostats
Have you looked at your utility bill this summer and grimaced at the total? Between hotter summers and rising electricity costs, everyone's had to dig a bit deeper to pay their bills. One way you can lessen what you fork over to your utility, though, is by installing one of the best smart thermostats. These devices can analyze your habits and suggest ways to modify how you cool your home — maybe you change it a degree or two, or start it a little later or earlier. And while smart thermostats are more expensive than their older, dumber counterparts, you can find some pretty great deals right now, such as the Nest Learning Thermostat is on sale for $204 at Walmart, which is a $75 savings. In fact, all of our favorite smart thermostats are currently on sale. Here are four deals worth checking out. Amazon's no-frills smart thermostat is a great option for those on a budget and who use a lot of Alexa smart devices. It uses Alexa Hunches to keep your home at the optimal temperature. Note: Amazon has it for $79, but you can get it for free in select states via mail-in rebate. Click on "rebates starting at $99" for more info. Read our full Alexa Smart Thermostat review. This is Google's basic-model Nest Thermostat. It doesn't have the "learning" features of the more premium model, but you can control it remotely and connect it with other smart home devices, so it can automatically adjust the temperature when you leave or return home. It's available in four colors, all at the same discount. Note: You can get it for free in select states with mail-in rebate. Click on "rebates starting at $99" above the color options for more info. Read our full Nest Thermostat review. The savings on this thermostat aren't huge, but every dollar counts, right? As with Ecobee's other thermostats, this one works with remote sensors (sold separately) so you can monitor the temperature in rooms all over your house, so you can more effectively keep it cool. Read our full Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential review. Google completely reimagined its iconic smart thermostat, and we love the new look. It works with every smart home platform, shows you more info at a glance, and is even smarter about setting the temperature just right. It comes in three colors (black, gold, and silver) to best match your decor. Read our full Google Nest Learning Thermostat review. Depending on the smart thermostat you buy, you may be able to get it for even less. That's because many utility companies offer rebates on smart thermostats and other energy-efficient appliances. To check for rebates, follow the links below:
Android Authority
06-06-2025
- Android Authority
Google Home is getting even dumber: Now thermostat voice commands are broken
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google Home users with thermostats can no longer use the simple command 'turn off the thermostat' to control their device. Instead, users have to say 'set thermostat to off' to turn it off, which is an unnatural command for this control. Nest Thermostat users are no strangers to Google downgrading their smart home experience, but a recent downgrade has all thermostat users on Google Home scratching their heads. As it turns out, Google's smart home ecosystem no longer accepts a simple command to turn off the thermostat, forcing you to say more convoluted commands out loud just to get back in control of your smart home. Reddit user NSuave pointed out how their Google Nest Hub in their kitchen no longer responds to the 'turn off the thermostat' or 'turn off the nest' command. Instead, the device advises the user to use the command 'turn off the thermostat,' which is the very command used in the first place. We tried turning off a Nest Thermostat 3rd gen through voice commands, but the command no longer works. Instead, we have to say 'set the thermostat to off,' a rather unnatural command, to get it to respond correctly. Thankfully, controlling the temperature via voice continues to work properly. The Reddit thread is filled with frustrated Google Home and Google Assistant users complaining about how things break every now and then within this smart home ecosystem. This often also breaks any automation that users may have meticulously set up. Broken commands like these also require the entire family to adopt new lingo just to get the basic functionality of their house to work again. We've reached out to Google for a statement on this issue. We'll keep you updated when we learn more about it. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Scottish Sun
28-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
Major money-saver feature is CLOSING on popular home heating gadgets as users slam Google for ‘absolute let down' change
Find out how to check if your device is affected below IN HOT WATER Major money-saver feature is CLOSING on popular home heating gadgets as users slam Google for 'absolute let down' change Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HOMEOWNERS are raging with Google after the company announced that a major money-saving feature will close down later this year. Google owns the hugely popular Nest brand, which makes products including smart thermostats and alarm systems. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Nest Learning Thermostat 1st gen and 2nd gen affected Credit: Google 2 Google also announced that it will no longer launch new Nest thermostats in the UK Credit: Getty The main appeal for such devices is that you can use them remotely with a smartphone. This can be a real money-saver for scheduling heating and turning it off remotely if you forget once you've left the house. But very soon the feature will be closed down entirely for several Nest thermostat models. The tech giant says it will be "transitioning away" from supporting three of its oldest devices. "As we look at what it takes to support your energy needs going forward, it has become increasingly challenging to continue to update these products given the early hardware," the firm said. "You will no longer be able to control them remotely from your phone or with Google Assistant, but can still adjust the temperature and modify schedules directly on the thermostat." The three models affected are: Nest Learning Thermostat (1st generation, released in 2011) Nest Learning Thermostat (2nd generation, released in 2012) Nest Learning Thermostat (2nd generation, Europe version, released in 2014) Support is due to be withdrawn on October 25. Other models will continue to work as normal. How to tell if your Nest Thermostat is affected The Nest thermostats affected by the move all have smaller 1.8-inch screens compared to more recent models. "You can look at the display, the base, or in the Nest or Home app to find out which Nest thermostat you own," Google says. "What an absolute let down," one user wrote on Reddit in reaction to the news. "Google being Google. Never again will I buy anything from them again." Another wrote: "This makes me so mad. "Why is the world would I ever buy hardware from them again knowing they could turn around and do the same thing again?" Alongside the development, Google also announced that it will no longer launch new Nest thermostats in the UK going forward. "Heating systems in Europe are unique and have a variety of hardware and software requirements that make it challenging to build for the diverse set of homes," the company explained. "The Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen, 2015) and Nest Thermostat E (2018) will continue to be sold in Europe while current supplies last. "These models will continue to receive security updates and you can control them via the Nest and Home apps."
The Irish Sun
28-04-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Major money-saver feature is CLOSING on popular home heating gadgets as users slam Google for ‘absolute let down' change
HOMEOWNERS are raging with Google after the company announced that a major money-saving feature will close down later this year. Google owns the hugely popular Nest brand, which makes products including smart thermostats and alarm systems. Advertisement 2 Nest Learning Thermostat 1st gen and 2nd gen affected Credit: Google 2 Google also announced that it will no longer launch new Nest thermostats in the UK Credit: Getty The main appeal for such devices is that you can use them remotely with a smartphone. This can be a real money-saver for scheduling heating and turning it off remotely if you forget once you've left the house. But very soon the feature will be closed down entirely for several The tech giant says it will be "transitioning away" from supporting three of its oldest devices. Advertisement Read more about Google "As we look at what it takes to support your energy needs going forward, it has become increasingly challenging to continue to update these products given the early hardware," the firm said. "You will no longer be able to control them remotely from your phone or with Google Assistant, but can still adjust the temperature and modify schedules directly on the thermostat." The three models affected are: Nest Learning Thermostat (1st generation, released in 2011) Nest Learning Thermostat (2nd generation, released in 2012) Nest Learning Thermostat (2nd generation, Europe version, released in 2014) Most read in Tech Live Blog Latest Support is due to be withdrawn on October 25. Advertisement Other models will continue to work as normal. How to tell if your Nest Thermostat is affected The Nest thermostats affected by the move all have smaller 1.8-inch screens compared to more recent models. "You can look at the display, the base, or in the Nest or Home app to find out which Nest thermostat you own," Google says. "What an absolute let down," one user wrote on Reddit in reaction to the news. "Google being Google. Never again will I buy anything from them again." Another wrote: "This makes me so mad. Advertisement "Why is the world would I ever buy hardware from them again knowing they could turn around and do the same thing again?" Alongside the development, Google also announced that it will no longer launch new Nest thermostats in the UK going forward. "Heating systems in Europe are unique and have a variety of hardware and software requirements that make it challenging to build for the diverse set of homes," the company explained. "The Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen, 2015) and Nest Thermostat E (2018) will continue to be sold in Europe while current supplies last. Advertisement "These models will continue to receive security updates and you can control them via the Nest and Home apps." 4 ways to keep your energy bills low Laura Court-Jones, Small Business Editor at Bionic shared her tips. 1. Turn your heating down by one degree You probably won't even notice this tiny temperature difference, but what you will notice is a saving on your energy bills as a result. Just taking your thermostat down a notch is a quick way to start saving fast. This one small action only takes seconds to carry out and could potentially slash your heating bills by £171.70. 2. Switch appliances and lights off It sounds simple, but fully turning off appliances and lights that are not in use can reduce your energy bills, especially in winter. Turning off lights and appliances when they are not in use, can save you up to £20 a year on your energy bills 3. Install a smart meter Smart meters are a great way to keep control over your energy use, largely because they allow you to see where and when your gas and electricity is being used. 4. Consider switching energy supplier No matter how happy you are with your current energy supplier, they may not be providing you with the best deals, especially if you've let a fixed-rate contract expire without arranging a new one. If you haven't browsed any alternative tariffs lately, then you may not be aware that there are better options out there.
