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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released in 2012) Nest Learning Thermostat (2nd generation, Europe version, released in 2014) Support is due to be withdrawn on October 25.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 Sun
28-04-2025
- Business
- The 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. 2 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: Support is due to be withdrawn on October 25. Other models will continue to work as normal. "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." 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.
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.
Forbes
26-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Nest Thermostat: Google Cancels Support And Ends Sales In Europe
The first Nest Learning Thermostat was introduced 14 years ago. From Oct.25, it will lose software support and with it some of its unique features. The same will apply to two second-generation models. Here's all you need to know. Nest Learning Thermostat to lose support and features in 2025. The company announced in a blog post that the original thermostat, released in 2011, the second-generation model from 2012 and the second-gen thermostat released in Europe in 2014 will no longer receive software updates from October. In what it described as a 'difficult decision,' Google, which acquired Nest in 2014, says that this will mean '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,' it says. Other models are unaffected and, in fact, will gain a benefit: later this year, you'll be able to create and adjust schedules in the Google Home app, which hasn't been possible before. It means that one of the most useful Nest features, Home/Away Assist, which recognizes whether you're at home or not by the presence of your cellphone and adjusts the heating accordingly, will disappear from these models, all of which are more than 10 years old. In Europe, Google will retreat from the thermostat market altogether. '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. Therefore moving forward we'll no longer launch new Nest thermostats in Europe,' Google's blog post says. It says that the Google Home platform approach will enable a 'wide range of established smart thermostat companies to build energy devices and experiences that cater to these markets.' The Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen, 2015) and Nest Thermostat E (2018) will continue to be sold in Europe, but only while current supplies last. To ease the transition, eligible users will be sent special offers. In the U.S., the fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat will be available with $130 off, that's $149.99 instead of $279.99. In Europe, the Tado Smart Thermostat X Starter Kit will be available with 50% off. The Nest Learning Thermostat is a handsome, effective device, one that arguably kickstarted the smart home revolution with its simple usability and gorgeous design. Now, it'll be down to other manufacturers to take up that mantle.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Smarten Up Your Home's Heating and Cooling System With These Discounted Nest Thermostats
Nest is a name that has long been synonymous with the very best smart thermostats on the market, so when it comes time to install one in your own home its wares are a great place to start. You don't necessarily have to shop at the expensive end of the market, either, with some of its older and cheaper models well worth checking out. Woot currently has discounts on a couple of those models with prices starting at just $106 if you're quick. And we mean quick, because these prices will only last for the next few hours -- Woot says the deals end on March 1. There are actually two different models for you to choose from here, with the Nest Thermostat E being the cheapest. At just $106 you also get a handy temperature sensor in the bundle so you can monitor the temperature somewhere other than where the thermostat is placed. The thermostat is programmable and has Home/Away Assist so it can automatically adjust the temperature when you leave or arrive home. And of course, all of the usual Nest remote control features are present, too. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. If you're shopping further up the price range you can pay $146 for the Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd-Gen), a model that was replaced by the 4th-gen version that is among our favorite smart thermostats. The differences between the pair aren't huge, but the older model doesn't support Matter connectivity nor does it include a temperature sensor. It's also offered in fewer colors -- this deal is for the stainless steel one, by the way. The newer model also makes temperature adjustments based on what's going outside and is just generally smarter overall. All of that being said, if you're coming from an old-fashioned thermostat, or none at all, you can't go wrong with either of these smart home deals. Just make sure to order yours before it's too late. It's also worth noting that you'll get a 90-day Woot warranty with your new thermostat, too. There are few cooler things in technology these days than a good smart home. Taking control of home temperatures, lighting and security are just some things that technology should be able to do for us in 2025, and smart thermostats are a great starting point. If you've always lusted after a Nest thermostat, this is your chance to pick one up at a great price.
